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S6 Ep8: Bangladesh’s path forward: Leveraging evidence-based policy

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Catalysts of Change: Bangladesh's Uprising and Governance Challenges

This chapter explores the events that sparked the 2024 uprising in Bangladesh, tracing the roots of discontent to economic stagnation, governance failures, and the lingering effects of the COVID-19 pandemic. It discusses the interim government's struggle amidst public skepticism, the importance of political consensus, and the need for economic reforms to regain trust. Additionally, it highlights the role of an independent committee in analyzing the economy and the necessity of improved data governance for future planning.

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