Working Paper Series “Beyond Fossil Fuels: Charting a Sustainable Transport Pathway for Bangladesh” Citation: Raihan, S., Khan, F., and Pal, B.D. (2026). Beyond Fossil Fuels: Charting a Sustainable Transport Pathway for Bangladesh. SANEM-IFPRI Working Paper Series. SANEM Publications, Dhaka, Bangladesh. Abstract: Bangladesh’s transport sector is at a pivotal moment, essential for growth, trade, mobility, and…
Working Paper Series “The Renewable Rise: Shaping Bangladesh’s Energy Future” Citation: Raihan, S., Tiasha, A.M., and Pal, B.D. (2026). The Renewable Rise: Shaping Bangladesh’s Energy Future. SANEM-IFPRI Working Paper Series. SANEM Publications, Dhaka, Bangladesh. Abstract: Bangladesh’s energy sector is at a turning point as rising demand, rapid urbanisation, and climate pressures collide with a system…
Working Paper Series “Adapting to Survive: Climate Change and Bangladesh’s Agricultural Imperative” Citation: Raihan, S., Tasneem, S., and Pal, B.D. (2026). Adapting to Survive: Climate Change and Bangladesh’s Agricultural Imperative. SANEM-IFPRI Working Paper Series. SANEM Publications, Dhaka, Bangladesh. Abstract: Bangladesh’s agriculture sector lies at the heart of its development and climate challenge, simultaneously supporting livelihoods…
Working Paper Series “From Vulnerability to Viability: Climate Policy, Development Planning, and Climate Finance Challenges in Bangladesh” Citation: Raihan, S. and Raihan, H. (2026). From Vulnerability to Viability: Climate Policy, Development Planning, and Climate Finance Challenges in Bangladesh. SANEM-IFPRI Working Paper Series. SANEM Publications, Dhaka, Bangladesh. Abstract: Bangladesh faces an acute convergence of climate vulnerability…
Strengthening Trade Competitiveness: Bangladesh’s Strategy for Effective FTAs and EPAs Citation: Raihan, S. (2026). Strengthening Trade Competitiveness: Bangladesh’s Strategy for Effective FTAs and EPAs. SANEM & Australian High Commission Policy Paper Series. SANEM Publications, Dhaka, Bangladesh. Bangladesh’s graduation from the Least Developed Country status is reflective of a significant transformation in its trade and development…
Geopolitical Conflict and Economic Spillovers: Simulating the Impact of a Middle East War on Bangladesh Citation: Raihan, S. (2026). Geopolitical Conflict and Economic Spillovers: Simulating the Impact of a Middle East War on Bangladesh. SANEM & Australian High Commission Policy Paper Series. SANEM Publications, Dhaka, Bangladesh. Geopolitical tensions in the Middle East have traditionally had implications…
Aligning Trade and Industrial Policies for Sustainable Export Growth in Bangladesh Citation: Raihan, S. (2026). Aligning Trade and Industrial Policies for Sustainable Export Growth in Bangladesh. SANEM & Australian High Commission Policy Paper Series. SANEM Publications, Dhaka, Bangladesh. This paper investigates the model of export growth strategy in Bangladesh at a particular phase of transition and…
The Economy the Next Government Inherits, and the Choices That Will Shape What Comes Next Citation: Raihan, S. (2026). The Economy the Next Government Inherits, and the Choices That Will Shape What Comes Next. SANEM & Australian High Commission Policy Paper Series. SANEM Publications, Dhaka, Bangladesh. This paper examines the economic conditions the next government…
Transforming Bangladesh’s Leather Sector for Sustainable Growth and Global Competitiveness Citation: Raihan, S. and Roy, S. (2025). Transforming Bangladesh’s Leather Sector for Sustainable Growth and Global Competitiveness. SANEM & Australian High Commission Policy Paper Series. SANEM Publications, Dhaka, Bangladesh. This paper examines the paradox of Bangladesh’s leather industry: a sector rich in history, raw materials,…
Navigating Uncertainty: Bangladesh’s LDC Graduation, Deferral Debate, and the Future of Reform Citation: Raihan, S. (2025). Navigating Uncertainty: Bangladesh’s LDC Graduation, Deferral Debate, and the Future of Reform. SANEM & Australian High Commission Policy Paper Series. SANEM Publications, Dhaka, Bangladesh. Bangladesh’s graduation from the Least Developed Country (LDC) group in 2026 is a historic transforming…