In the frenetic modern world, ingesting toxic air pollution, preservative-loaded food and the pressures of earning a living, now more than ever we need to draw on ancient wisdom to find a balance that nurtures health and happiness.

The future landscape of the country depends on what we make of Dhaka city. Any national plan will have to consider the urban scenario of the whole country, from the primary cities to the small towns, but particularly Dhaka city as it will continue to play a vital role in impacting places throughout the country.

The mindset of young founders needs to change when they are learning at schools and universities. Government education policies need to align with their vision of Digital Bangladesh so that there is a pipeline for talent in the private sector. It's a long-term process, but in the short-term there has to be a way to make the education system more relevant for the ICT sector.

Growth cannot happen without effective energy supply. At the same time, growth will have an impact on the demand for commercial energy. And per capita income rise will demand more energy use.

For many, migration is a route out of poverty and a pathway to live in dignity. It is an integral part of globalisation. The world community has recognised that migration can contribute in achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

A strong banking sector is critical to economic growth and development in a developing country. A robust and well-functioning banking system facilitates the efficient allocation of resources to individuals, organisations, and projects that can use those resources effectively.

Widening comparative advantage in global export market has not only triggered economic growth but also ensured expected structural transformation as has been revealed in many Asian developing economies such as South Korea,

It is no longer news that Dhaka has earned the infamy of being one of the world's most unliveable cities and “worst vacation spots.” We have become accustomed to hearing Dhaka's moniker, the “traffic capital of the world,” in different global media. Every time the city's alleged urban dysfunction is in the news, local social-media reactions are typically three-pronged.

There is a consensus that accelerated enhancement of bilateral trade between India and Bangladesh, and in the South Asian region, is contingent upon undertaking appropriate trade facilitation measures and establishing effective regional connectivity.

Liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) is a rapidly growing industry in Bangladesh and the upcoming 4th Asia LPG Summit

There is an increasing awareness to enhance South-South cooperation among the least developed and developing countries to achieve sustainable development and promote faster economic growth with equity.

Bangladesh is a very interesting and appealing market for LPG. First, the presence and affordability of piped natural

We are afraid that the stock of natural gas may be exhausted in near future if new gas fields are not discovered in

The development of domestic transport and communication is a prerequisite of economic advancement of a country. In general, means of transport influences the distribution of both economic production and population.

A regulatory body has to be set up and awareness among users should be created to support the growth of

The Vision 2021 of the government envisages Bangladesh to be a middle income country by 2021 with a drastic reduction in poverty rate as well as high level of economic growth.

Natural gas is the preferred fuel of the world. It is cheap, clean and easy burning. In piped form this gas is being

Energy is crucial for the necessary transition towards a more equitable and sustainable world. Enhancing access to the green and affordable energy services that are referred to as prerequisites for securing a comfortable and healthy livelihood has been duly acknowledged in the UN's 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) declaration.

Liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) can be a useful alternative to all sorts of fuels amid depleting gas reserves as it is

Gas exploration in Bangladesh has not reached a mature stage and therefore the presently known reserve is not necessarily a reflection of the true gas potential of the country. The present gas crunch has left the country with serious energy crisis affecting economic development.