Growth and stagnation: Bangladesh’s first 50 years
Mar 26, 2021
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Susanna Savage, an insightful journalist covering Bangladesh for The Economist, joins Joel Budd, the publication's social affairs editor. They discuss Bangladesh's impressive economic growth and the vital role of women in the workforce amidst political turmoil. The conversation shifts to global happiness trends post-pandemic; surprising findings reveal that older generations feel more content than ever, while younger people express discontent. The duo also delves into the significant trade disruptions caused by the Suez Canal blockage, highlighting its global implications.
The country has empowered its women, established itself as a garment-industry powerhouse and vastly improved public health—but its politics remains troubled. The pandemic has not reduced average global happiness, but rather reshaped it: the old are more content and the young less so. And a look at the staggering costs of the Suez Canal blockage. For full access to print, digital and audio editions of The Economist, subscribe here www.economist.com/intelligenceoffer