Breaking Barriers: Challenges of Bangladesh’s Transgender Community

Debjani Kurchi Kakon || In Bangladesh, transgender individuals, commonly referred to as “Hijras,” are often seen collecting money on public transportation, from buses and trains to boats. This scene, though familiar, highlights a much larger story of systemic exclusion, where limited access to education, employment, and social services drives members of the transgender community toward […]

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Is Bangladesh Falling Into a Debt Trap with Chinese Loans?

Shakib Ahmed || ‘In recent years, Bangladesh has increasingly relied on foreign loans to finance its development projects, especially in infrastructure. While India has been a reliable partner in providing development assistance, Bangladesh has turned to China for significant financial support. This growing dependency on Chinese loans has sparked concerns about the country’s debt sustainability […]

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Canceling National Days vs. Reducing Living Costs: What’s More Urgent?

Purnima Chowhan || Despite the recent political shift following Sheikh Hasina’s departure from Bangladesh, the hardships faced by the people of Bangladesh persist. Daily essential items are becoming increasingly expensive, and law and order issues remain unresolved. Unemployment is also rising, painting a bleak picture of the nation’s economic future. The World Bank has expressed […]

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