Unveiling the Dynamics: How Bangladesh has Progressed Over the Last 60 Years

Salehin, Anik and Sen, Topon and Munia, Momtaz (2024): Unveiling the Dynamics: How Bangladesh has Progressed Over the Last 60 Years.

Abstract

This paper presents a comprehensive analysis of the diverse economic and social determinants that have shaped the developmental trajectory of Bangladesh. It explores the historical evolution of the country from its pre-independence struggles through its post-independence recovery, resilience, and eventual emergence as a success story in the field of development economics. The paper examines Bangladesh's transformation from a war-torn least developed nation into a rapidly advancing middle-income economy, highlighting key factors such as the macroeconomic policy environment, trade and investment climate, agricultural technology adoption, and remittance flows. On the social front, the analysis delves into demographic changes, education, health, gender dynamics, and the impacts of urbanization. Additionally, the study addresses persistent challenges related to poverty, inequality, environmental sustainability, and governance, alongside the necessity for technological advancement. Through this multifaceted examination, the paper seeks to elucidate the policies that have driven Bangladesh's growth in the past and those required to sustain and further enhance this growth in the future.

• Item Type: MPRA Paper
• Language: English
• Keywords: Bangladesh; Economy; History: Social Welfare; FDI; Remittance
• Subjects: E - Macroeconomics and Monetary Economics > E0 - General; F - International Economics > F0 - General; F - International Economics > F6 - Economic Impacts of Globalization; G - Financial Economics > G0 - General; H - Public Economics > H1 - Structure and Scope of Government; N - Economic History > N1 - Macroeconomics and Monetary Economics ; Industrial Structure ; Growth ; Fluctuations

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