South Korea’s generational happiness gap
The writer said the gap leaves a dilemma: improving the pension system so that it allows retirees to maintain a middle-class lifestyle, but that move increases the financial…
Energy price hikes make clean energy compelling for Bangladesh
While the first movers had less savings, the lucrative rooftop solar should now make inroads into all industries and commercial buildings with enough space and load-bearing…
Global order needed to tackle mankind’s woes
According to the writer, only a united world authority with sufficient powers can tackle the menace of terrorism and a host of other global challenges that make daily headlines in…
Asia’s future in a challenging world
According to the writer, Asia has enjoyed robust growth for decades and continues to serve as a primary engine for the global economy and has avoided major conflicts in recent…
Why Buet students are resisting student politics
The murder of Buet student Abrar Fahad in 2019 might be a singular incident, but it was the culture of torture and abuse built by politically active students that led students to…
Learning about effective education from Vietnam
However, the writer argues, officials should not wait for the contingent to bring home Vietnam’s lessons. They should ensure that money already set aside for the Department of…
Can inclusion be a synonym for tokenism?
Sometimes, the effort of organisations to be inclusive can be well-intentioned while still lacking in terms of effectiveness.
The link between climate change and financial systems
The writer says that it is found that banks situated in countries facing elevated climate risk demonstrate diminished levels of financial stability.
Challenges to the recognition of Bangladesh genocide
The writer says the 1971 genocide is still not widely recognised by major powers and global institutions, including the UN in general and the government of Pakistan in particular.
Censorship with impunity
The writer argues it is unacceptable that an entire social media platform that gives citizens a voice and access to information, be blocked right after elections when credible…