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Conducting and disseminating nonpartisan economic research

The NBER BD, or National Bureau of Economic Research, is a renowned institution dedicated to conducting innovative economic research. It plays a crucial role in generating impartial and relevant studies that inform policy decisions, promote the expansion of the financial industry, and support the goals of development partners.

About Founder Chairman

Professor Syed Ahsanul Alam

Professor Syed Ahsanul Alam has emerged as one of the top political economists in this subcontinent with special reference to the economy of Bangladesh. He is a thinker, social reformer and widely known as a pro-people economist working for poverty reduction through budgetary techniques.

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Latest Articles and Analysis

The July Declaration

5th August, 2025 Sr. Prof. Syed Ahsanul Alam Parvez University of Chitttagong and Geo-political Economist   The July Declaration is a 28-point political proclamation announced by interim Chief Adviser Prof

What’s Really Happening in Kachin State, Myanmar: Conflict, Rare Earths, and Shifting U.S.A. Strategy

In recent weeks, global attention has increasingly turned toward Myanmar’s Kachin State—not only due to military conflict but also due to its strategic mineral resources and the unexpected softening of

Dr. Yunus needs to make finer adjustment in trade with USA to get lower recipocal tax.

By Prof. Syed Ahsanul Alam It seems to me Dr Yunus’ team is messing with issues related to our foreign relations. From the previous regime, China acted as a development

Expanding U.S.-Bangladesh Trade: Unlocking New Import Opportunities for Mutual Growth

To make an adjustment with President Trump Reciprocal Tax, I am afraid Bangladesh Commerce Advisor is only limiting import from America to a few items like Wheat, Cotton, Boeing, LNG

There is No Alternative to National Unity for Strengthening Democracy

Muhammad Musa Khan On August 23, during a dialogue with several political parties, Chief Advisor Professor Muhammad Yunus stated, “Signs of conspiracies by the defeated forces are already visible, even

Prof. Yunus should not delay in developing Blue Economy using the Bay

Prof. Syed Ahsanul Alam:       Bangladesh is currently navigating economic challenges, including political instability and a declining economy. However, remittance inflows have shown a positive trend, with migrant workers

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