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Bangladesh’s Startup Ecosystem: Navigating Growth Amidst Challenges and Opportunities

Bangladesh’s Startup Ecosystem: Navigating Growth Amidst Challenges and Opportunities

The landscape of Bangladesh’s startup ecosystem presents a compelling narrative of rapid emergence and significant potential, yet it is also marked by a recent deceleration that prompts a critical examination of its trajectory. Over the past decade, Bangladesh has solidified its position as a vibrant hub for new ventures in South Asia, characterized by robust…

Understanding Bangladesh’s Finance Ordinance 2025: Key Changes and Their Impact

Understanding Bangladesh’s Finance Ordinance 2025: Key Changes and Their Impact

I. Introduction: What is the Finance Ordinance 2025? The Finance Ordinance 2025 represents a pivotal legislative measure introduced by Bangladesh’s interim government, designed to reshape the nation’s financial landscape for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2025. This comprehensive ordinance encompasses a wide array of proposals related to taxation, revenue administration, and broader economic governance….

The Shadow Battleground: An In-Depth Look at Proxy Warfare

The Shadow Battleground: An In-Depth Look at Proxy Warfare

We’ve always learned about conflicts between empires throughout history, defining war as a clash between nations. Typically, major superpowers might engage in these power struggles, but have you ever stopped to consider why smaller nations also get drawn into warfare? Let’s break it down. Imagine a hypothetical world with two dominant powers, A and B….

The Casino Paradox. How The House Always Win

The Casino Paradox. How The House Always Win

In the traditional economic system, there is a saying: if you give someone 100 taka and they say, “I will return 90 taka to you,” then no matter what, you should not give them the 100 taka. However, this is exactly what a casino does. If asked what image comes to mind when you hear…

Unemployment Rate Hits Record High in Bangladesh: October-December 2024 Quarter Analysis

Unemployment Rate Hits Record High in Bangladesh: October-December 2024 Quarter Analysis

Introduction Bangladesh, a country once celebrated for its rapid economic growth and poverty reduction, is now facing a significant challenge: a rising unemployment rate. According to recent data released for the October-December 2024 quarter, the unemployment rate has surged to a record 4.63%, marking the highest level in recent history. This alarming trend poses serious…