NEET or youth not in education, employment or training has been a focal point for several studies pertaining to the labor dynamics. The constraints of determining what constitutes as employed, unemployed, underemployed or even looking for work has given rise to the concept of NEET. Author: Shahriar Rabab It is
With over 30% of the population under the age bracket of 24, Bangladesh is an emerging and fast-growing economy with a relatively young population.However, are we harnessing the full potential of this young workforce effectively? Author: Mubassira Tabassum Hossain, former Knowledge Management & Communication Associate at DataSense The demographic dividend
The graduation of Bangladesh from the least developed country status is imminent. At present, Bangladesh enjoys the advantage of preferential market access in various nations, but upon gaining graduation status in 2026, its exports will no longer qualify for eligibility. Policymakers are concerned about this development because they believe that
The following chart outlines the regulatory frameworks governing the working conditions in some of the most common destination countries for Bangladeshi labour migrants. It shows the migrant friendliness of the regulatory approach that these country takes. This chart can be useful for prospective migrants when deciding where they want to
Graduation from LDC status is indicative of a country’s progression toward economic and social development, enabling its transition to middle-income status. The most recent triennial assessment conducted by the Committee for Development Policy (CDP) has confirmed that Bangladesh has met the criteria for exiting the LDC category, including the three
Bangladesh has accomplished a remarkable development in achieving Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). In the SDG Index 2023, the country has achieved the 101st position out of 166 countries on the sustainable development report. It has achieved an overall score of 65.9 out of 100. In the previous year, the score
The onset of gig platforms is not yet a decade old in Bangladesh, however the country has seen a significant growth of the platform economy. While men are usually working on ride booking and delivery platforms, women are more likely to be seen on platforms that provide domestic work, beauty
In Bangladesh, the Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) sector employs more than 7.8 million people directly and about 3.2 million people indirectly. The SME sector contributes to one-fourth of Bangladesh’s GDP, and a decent portion of these SME owners are women (SME Foundation). However, many female entrepreneurs often face difficulties
Bangladesh is known across the world as the land of rivers. With about 800 rivers crisscrossing the land mass, it is one of the most fertile countries in the world (Zaman, 1993). The people of the land have always enjoyed agricultural and natural abundance. Author: Niloy Sarker Our connection
Bangladesh has already entered the digital economy era, through advancements in mobile communication technology, entrepreneurial skills, and various policy support. The digital economy has transformed consumer convenience and accessibility with e-commerce platforms, digital financial services, and online marketplaces. To protect consumer rights and build a healthy digital economy, service providers
