Weekly Bangladesh Policy Outlook: Analysis, Truth, Debate.
The Sundarbans, a vast expanse of mangrove forest, occupy the southwestern coast of Bangladesh and extend into India. The Khulna division in Bangladesh constitutes the heartland of this natural wonder. Once an impenetrable wilderness characterized by tidal waterways, dense mangroves, and extraordinary biodiversity, this UNESCO World Heritage Site now faces critical decisions that will determine…
Ruksana Akhter Freelance Architect Chattogram is Bangladesh’s commercial engine. As the country’s principal port city and second largest urban centre, it drives a disproportionate share of national trade, industry, and economic activity. Yet the commercial buildings that house this economic energy are, by any credible measure, dangerously unfit for purpose. A convergence of fire hazards,…
Bangladesh’s urban centers are expanding at a rate that has proven to be challenging for its governance institutions to effectively address. Dhaka, which is among the most densely populated cities on Earth, along with Chattogram, Sylhet, Khulna, and Rajshahi, is undergoing rapid and largely unregulated physical expansion. The ramifications of this development, characterized by the…
Dhaka’s traffic congestion is more than an inconvenience; it poses a significant business challenge. This is a structural drag on Bangladesh’s economic productivity. The combination of rapid urbanization, rising vehicle ownership, and chronically insufficient road capacity has led to long and unpredictable commutes, which negatively impact quality of life and business efficiency. The Dhaka Elevated…
