Selim Raihan

Dr Selim Raihan is professor, Department of Economics, University of Dhaka, Bangladesh, and executive director, South Asian Network on Economic Modeling (Sanem). Email: [email protected]

Bangladesh’s economic resilience is being tested

Bangladesh must implement decisive measures to rectify its structural vulnerabilities, governance deficiencies, and external dependencies.

4d ago

Trump’s ‘reciprocal tariffs’ and the impending risk for Bangladesh

The global trade environment is becoming increasingly uncertain, and Bangladesh cannot afford to be complacent.

2w ago

In defence of secularism in Bangladesh

Reform proposes "pluralism" over "secularism," but without a framework, it's unworkable.

3w ago

Why Bangladesh struggles to attract FDI

Reversing the unsatisfactory FDI trend requires bold, forward-thinking policies and decisive action.

1m ago

VAT, tax hikes: Short-sighted state policies to hurt people

The recent decisions of the interim government—tax hikes and the suspension of the TCB truck sale programme—clearly reflect the short-sightedness and inconsistency in state policies.

1m ago

VAT, tax hikes: Short-sighted state policies to hurt people

The current high level of inflation has already placed significant financial pressure on the common people, and increasing taxes in this context will create even more strain

1m ago

What should be Bangladesh's strategic priorities in 2025?

The need for objectively assessing the country’s current economic realities cannot be overstated.

2m ago

Bangladesh-India relations must be based on justice and equal dignity

Exploring the complexities of Bangladesh-India relations, cooperation, and challenges.

2m ago
March 3, 2025
March 3, 2025

Bangladesh’s economic resilience is being tested

Bangladesh must implement decisive measures to rectify its structural vulnerabilities, governance deficiencies, and external dependencies.

February 19, 2025
February 19, 2025

Trump’s ‘reciprocal tariffs’ and the impending risk for Bangladesh

The global trade environment is becoming increasingly uncertain, and Bangladesh cannot afford to be complacent.

February 11, 2025
February 11, 2025

In defence of secularism in Bangladesh

Reform proposes "pluralism" over "secularism," but without a framework, it's unworkable.

February 2, 2025
February 2, 2025

Why Bangladesh struggles to attract FDI

Reversing the unsatisfactory FDI trend requires bold, forward-thinking policies and decisive action.

January 12, 2025
January 12, 2025

VAT, tax hikes: Short-sighted state policies to hurt people

The recent decisions of the interim government—tax hikes and the suspension of the TCB truck sale programme—clearly reflect the short-sightedness and inconsistency in state policies.

January 10, 2025
January 10, 2025

VAT, tax hikes: Short-sighted state policies to hurt people

The current high level of inflation has already placed significant financial pressure on the common people, and increasing taxes in this context will create even more strain

January 2, 2025
January 2, 2025

What should be Bangladesh's strategic priorities in 2025?

The need for objectively assessing the country’s current economic realities cannot be overstated.

December 14, 2024
December 14, 2024

Bangladesh-India relations must be based on justice and equal dignity

Exploring the complexities of Bangladesh-India relations, cooperation, and challenges.

December 3, 2024
December 3, 2024

An anatomy of the current economic situation in Bangladesh

Bangladesh's economy faces instability, inflation, and political unrest hindering growth.

November 29, 2024
November 29, 2024

Takeaways from COP29

The climate clock is ticking faster than ever for countries like Bangladesh.