Interview
Bangladesh's advertisement market is kind of saturated market
The 11-member Media Reform Commission of the interim government has already submitted its report for the timely and effective reform of Bangladesh's media which is suffering from various multifaceted crises. Led by Kamal Ahmed, this commission has made 20 recommendations on various issues, including media ownership, income and expenditure, the advertisement market, financial security, necessary actions regarding BTV, Bangladesh Betar (radio), and BSS, as well as the freedom and protection of the press and journalists. Under these 20 recommendations, there are several sub-points where various issues have been elaborately discussed. At the same time, the commission has also submitted a draft titled 'Bangladesh Media Commission Ordinance: 2025' to implement the recommendations.
90 percent media outlets do not submit income-expenditure reports on time
Amidst multiple and multifaceted crises, the 11-member Media Reform Commission formed by the interim government has already submitted its report for the timely and effective reform of Bangladesh’s media sector. Headed by Kamal Ahmed, the commission made 20 recommendations concerning media ownership, income and expenditure, advertisement market, financial security, the future of BTV, Bangladesh Betar (radio) and BSS, and the freedom and protection of journalists and media houses. Under these 20 key points are several sub-points where various issues have been elaborated in detail. At the same time, the commission has submitted a draft of the ‘Bangladesh Media Commission Ordinance: 2025’ to implement these proposals. This draft ordinance is currently under consideration by the interim government. Media stakeholders hope that the commission’s proposals will soon gain legal validity.
Obtaining license for political goals means blocking scope for journalism
Amid the multifaceted and deep-rooted crises facing the media landscape in Bangladesh, the 11-member Media Reform Commission formed by the interim government has already submitted its report proposing timely and effective reforms. Headed by Kamal Ahmed, the commission has made 20 major recommendations covering issues such as media ownership, revenue and expenditure, the advertisement market, financial security, the future of BTV, Bangladesh Betar, and BSS, as well as the freedom and protection of journalists and media organisations. Each of these 20 points includes several subpoints with detailed explanations. Alongside the recommendations, the commission has also submitted a draft ordinance titled Bangladesh Media Commission Ordinance: 2025, which is now under consideration by the interim government. Media professionals and stakeholders are hoping that the proposals will soon be given legal standing. In this context, Kamal Ahmed sat down for an in-depth conversation with Rahat Minhaz, Assistant Professor of Mass Communication and Journalism at Jagannath University. They discussed the formation and work of the commission, the obstacles and resistance it faced, and the broader challenges at hand. This interview is being published in installments by Views Bangladesh. Today, we present the first part of the five-part series.
No one gives space to anyone, you have to make space
Shibli Mohammad is a renowned dancer and choreographer of Bangladesh. He received training in dance under Birju Maharaj at the Kathak Kendra in India. Alongside ballet and contemporary dance, he also received a one-year training in tap and jazz at the London Ballet Theatre School. For his special contributions to the art of dance, Shibli has received the Ekushey Padak and numerous national and international awards and honours. Recently, he sat down with Views Bangladesh at his residence to share about his dance journey, the art of dance, and his family life. The interview was conducted by Farjana Kabir Aishe.
Women's grief is the strength of my writing
"If you create this world again, if you change the appearance of men and women, do not act like an inexperienced potter. Descend to the earth as a woman, Lord! Be a woman once, O Lord!"
Budget must be fully committed to financial sector reform
Even if the financial sector is not directly included in budget revenue and expenditure, the banking sector becomes involved through the financing of the budget deficit. The security market has not yet become supportive in that sense.
Our mission is to increase farmers’ wealth
Dr FH Ansarey is a renowned figure in agricultural development. He has been working tirelessly both at home and abroad in agricultural development, research, sales, marketing, and globalisation. He is also the director of the Agricultural Research Foundation and a syndicate member of Bangladesh Agricultural University. This leading personality in agribusiness has been associated with the profession for 36 years. He continues to make significant contributions to various sectors of agribusiness including seeds, fertilisers, crop care, farm mechanisation, animal health, and integrated poultry. For the past 23 years, Dr Ansarey has held top positions in ACI Group. Recently, he sat down with Views Bangladesh to discuss the state of agriculture and agricultural modernisation in Bangladesh. The last part of the three-part interview is published today.
Hard to distinguish between river fish and farmed fish nowadays
Dr. F.H. Ansarey is a renowned figure in agricultural development. He has worked tirelessly both at home and abroad in agricultural development, research, sales, marketing, and globalisation. He is currently the Director of the Agricultural Research Foundation and a Syndicate Member of Bangladesh Agricultural University. A leading figure in agribusiness, Dr Ansarey has been associated with the field for 36 years. He has made significant contributions to various sectors of agribusiness, including seeds, fertilisers, crop care, farm mechanisation, animal health, and integrated poultry. For the past 23 years, he has held top leadership positions within the ACI Group. Recently, Dr Ansarey sat down with Views Bangladesh to discuss the state of Bangladesh’s agricultural system and the scope for agricultural modernisation. The second part of this three-part interview is published today.
Further development of agricultural system essential to increase production
Dr FH Ansari is a renowned figure in agricultural development. He has been tirelessly working in agricultural development, research, sales, marketing, and multinational integration both at home and abroad. Moreover, he is the director of the Agricultural Research Foundation and a syndicate member of Bangladesh Agricultural University. This leading figure in agribusiness has been involved in the profession for 36 years. He has made significant contributions to various sectors of agribusiness, including seeds, fertilisers, crop care, farm mechanisation, animal health, and integrated poultry. For the past 23 years, Dr FH Ansari has held a top position at ACI Group. Recently, he spoke with Views Bangladesh about the state of agriculture and the modernisation of the agricultural system in Bangladesh.
Not much good news for us in terms of investment
The budget is approaching. For planning the income, expenditure, and overall economic direction of the upcoming fiscal year, sectors like banking, investment, capital markets, and revenue are crucial. How supportive are the current economic indicators for the upcoming budget? What role do international trade policies play? And how can tax policy help attract investment? These topics were discussed by Dr M Masrur Reaz, chairman of the research organisation Policy Exchange Bangladesh, in an interview with Views Bangladesh special correspondent Saleya Sultana.