Income inequality Bangladesh

Bangladesh’s development model is failing its people

True progress is not measured by GDP alone, but by how fairly growth benefits are shared.

Growth obsession deepened rich-poor divide

Income inequality in Bangladesh has seen a steep rise over the past 12 years till 2022, according to official data, as economists blame a singular focus on growth rather than sorting out income disparities.

World Children’s Day / Helping street children requires a holistic, evidence-based approach

The focus of local governments should be ensuring that child protection protection services are prioritised.

Are we backtracking on our commitment to gender equality?

The interim government needs to quickly set an agenda that reaffirms its commitment to upholding women's rights.

The real challenge is taming inflation fast

Inflation, which is the equivalent of a regressive tax on the poor, accentuates income inequality to make the situation worse.