Author - J Rahman

Centralization's curse: Why Bangladesh's power structure breeds authoritarianism

Examining Bangladesh's constitutional and political challenges, this article explores structural weaknesses, historical contexts, and the urgent need for reforms to ...

24 Nov 2024 13:06 PM

The undemocratic trend: Seven charts illustrating the fragile state of democracy in South Asia

This year’s elections in Bangladesh, India, and Pakistan reveal shifting democratic landscapes in South Asia. While Bangladesh’s Monsoon Revolution hints ...

30 Oct 2024 01:05 AM

Panic vs. reality: Are food prices in Bangladesh truly skyrocketing?

While media reports emphasize rising food prices in Dhaka, a closer look reveals a more nuanced situation, with data suggesting ...

21 Oct 2024 19:09 PM

Taming inflation in Bangladesh: The need for macroeconomic and structural reforms

Bangladesh's Monsoon Revolution offers hope for a democratic transition, unlike the Arab Spring. Secular parties like the BNP could safeguard ...

11 Oct 2024 01:08 AM

How can economic stabilization be achieved after the revolution?

Exploring Bangladesh's macroeconomic challenges post-Monsoon Revolution through an analogy of a bus navigating a winding road. Economist J Rahman discusses ...

22 Sep 2024 12:38 PM

The emerging political landscape: Who are the main players and how are they maneuvering?

This article explores the evolving political landscape in Bangladesh post-Monsoon Revolution, focusing on the Bangladesh Nationalist Party's resurgence, the potential ...

10 Sep 2024 12:00 PM

The long July

An eyewitness account of Bangladesh's July uprising, detailing the mass protests against Sheikh Hasina's government, escalating violence, public outrage, and ...

06 Sep 2024 14:17 PM

The ‘Monsoon Revolution’ has put Bangladesh in truly uncharted waters

Bangladesh faces a critical political juncture, where historical patterns may no longer provide reliable guidance. The current situation, following Sheikh ...

20 Aug 2024 11:22 AM

The “July Revolution”: Some thoughts on Bangladesh's evolving political landscape

Since August 15, economist and writer J Rahman has engaged with international media and think tanks, sharing insights on Bangladesh's ...

15 Aug 2024 11:28 AM