Editorial Views
Ensure investment-friendly environment
The capital market reflects the overall efficiency of a country’s economy. It creates a coordination among the public, the government, and capitalists. In Bangladesh, the condition of the capital market has not been good for a long time. Political instability and certain influential figures have repeatedly been blamed for this. During the tenure of the previous government, many discussions were held and various plans were undertaken to stabilise the capital market; however, none of these plans ultimately became effective.
No war, peace should be established
India launched missile strikes on Pakistan-administered Kashmir and 'terrorist bases' in Pakistan late on the night of May 6 as a 'reaction' to the attack on tourists in Pahalgam, Indian-administered Kashmir. This incident has raised the alarm of war between India and Pakistan, which is worrying not only the Asian and South Asian countries, but the entire world. Both are nuclear-armed countries and a prolonged war between these two countries would not only cause the loss of countless lives on the one hand, but would also have a serious impact on the global economy and politics on the other.
Let the proposal for 100% free primary healthcare be implemented
Health is a fundamental human right. For building a developed and humane society, affordable and uninterrupted access to healthcare is extremely important. However, the reality is that a large portion of the population in our country—especially those living in rural areas—are still deprived of essential primary healthcare. And those who do receive it often have to bear high costs. To address this situation, making primary healthcare 100% free is now a demand of the time. The encouraging news is that the Health Sector Reform Commission has proposed the provision of 100% free primary healthcare. Additionally, they have recommended amending the Constitution to include primary healthcare as a fundamental right.
Urgent trial needed after investigation into murders in Roazan
The incidents of murder and counter-murder in Chattogram’s Roazan seem to surpass even action movies. For over 40 years, murders and retaliatory killings have been taking place in this upazila, yet there has been no proper investigation or justice.
Save people from landmines on Bangladesh-Myanmar border
The Myanmar government and the Arakan Army have not only pushed a large number of Rohingyas into Bangladesh, but have also planted a large number of landmines along the Bangladesh-Myanmar border—suspectedly to prevent the Rohingyas from returning to Myanmar. This concern was expressed by the head of Bangladesh’s mission in Sittwe, Myanmar.
Urgent action needed to protect lives from lightning strikes
The deaths of 18 people in lightning strikes across 12 districts on Monday (April 28) have deeply shocked the entire nation. Images of the victims have been widely circulated in the media and on social platforms, leaving people stunned. One photo in particular—showing smoke rising from the body of a lightning strike victim—is especially harrowing and unbearable.
Ensure the workers' right to survival
Today is May 1, the International Workers’ Day, globally known as May Day. On this day in 1886, workers in Chicago, USA, sacrificed their lives demanding dignity of labour, fair wages, and an eight-hour workday. In honour of their sacrifice, countries across the world, including Bangladesh, observe this day as a symbol of the fight for workers’ rights. Every year, Bangladesh observes the day with due respect, declaring it a public holiday. The media runs special reports, and various events are held to discuss workers' issues. But what is the actual condition of workers in Bangladesh?
A corridor for Rakhine: What are the answers to various questions?
After the residents of Gaza, the Rohingya people of Rakhine are currently facing the most severe humanitarian crisis in the world. In the war-torn country, a famine could strike at any moment. Fearing such a catastrophe, the United Nations has requested Bangladesh to open a corridor for humanitarian aid.
Why is Rohingya influx increasing instead of repatriation?
Although Myanmar had identified 180,000 Rohingya refugees in Bangladesh as eligible for repatriation, the reality is quite the opposite — more Rohingyas are entering Bangladesh instead of returning home. Earlier this month, following a meeting in Thailand between Khalilur Rahman, the High Representative on Rohingya Affairs to the Chief Adviser of Bangladesh, and Myanmar’s Deputy Prime Minister U Than Swe, this repatriation plan was confirmed. However, over the past year, nearly 180,000 new Rohingyas have entered Bangladesh.
Why industries suffering from shortage of gas and electricity
In the second week of this month (April 7 to 10), the Investment Conference-2025 was held in the capital with great pomp. BIDA chief Ashiq Chowdhury gave a very glamorous presentation. His fluent English created a stir all around. So, who is this Ashiq Chowdhury! We have never seen anything like this! There was news of investment worth thousands of crores of taka. It was heard that Bangladesh will become Singapore or Thailand by 2035. Thank God all around. Many failures of the interim government have been overlooked with this investment conference.
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