Bangladesh reforms

Prioritising reforms over governance: Putting the cart before the horse

Once the elected government decides to adopt a particular reform or set of reforms, they will need to operationalise this through legislation.

Democracy can’t endure without fair delivery of justice

The path forward requires not only outrage but reform: structural, cultural, and legal.

Reforms cannot be sustained in a climate of violence

François Valérian, chair of Transparency International, has said that Bangladesh cannot sustain reforms or fight abuse of power “in a climate of violence, harassment and threats against journalists and civil society activists.”

‘Reforms not going beyond report writing’

Chairmen and members of several reform commissions yesterday voiced frustration over the lack of visible progress, more than a year after the interim government took office.

Bangladesh in transition: A foresight outlook / Political alignment is key to a desirable future

This is the final instalment in a three-part series based on a foresight analysis centred on Bangladesh’s transition.

Bangladesh in transition: A foresight outlook / A unique approach to looking at the future

This is the first instalment of a three-part series based on a foresight analysis centred on Bangladesh’s transition.

A major national crisis averted, but what’s next?

Govt must provide more clarity regarding election, reform, and trial.

The reform process and its discontents

The interim government seems either unwilling or unable to unite the parties around vital reforms.

Key governance reforms needed for a fairer Bangladesh

While stabilising the economy is a priority, the roots of Bangladesh’s recent turmoil lie in a crisis of governance.

May 25, 2025
May 25, 2025

A major national crisis averted, but what’s next?

Govt must provide more clarity regarding election, reform, and trial.

April 21, 2025
April 21, 2025

The reform process and its discontents

The interim government seems either unwilling or unable to unite the parties around vital reforms.

February 18, 2025
February 18, 2025

Key governance reforms needed for a fairer Bangladesh

While stabilising the economy is a priority, the roots of Bangladesh’s recent turmoil lie in a crisis of governance.

February 15, 2025
February 15, 2025

Election by the year-end is most logical

Political parties must reach a consensus on election timing, reforms