Call for Communication Assistant/Intern About SANEM: The South Asian Network for Economic Modeling (SANEM), established in 2007, is a leading think tank in Bangladesh dedicated to promoting economic growth, social equity, and sustainability in South Asia. It works on a wide range of economic and development issues through rigorous research, policy advocacy, and capacity-building programs.…
Previous Mapping Labour Unions in Bangladesh: Structure, Reach, and Representation Collaboration: Friedrich Ebert Stiftung (FES) Starting date: October 15, 2025 Completion date: November 30, 2025 Project description: This research aims to map the landscape of labour unions and federations across Bangladesh, focusing on their structure, reach, and representation. The study will identify and categorize active…
Previous Ex-Ante Assessment of Trade Competitiveness of RMG Factories Supported by the PROGRESS Project Collaboration: Swisscontact Bangladesh Starting date: October 9, 2025 Completion date: February 28, 2026 Project description: The research evaluates the long-term impact of the PROGRESS project on the competitiveness and sustainability of Bangladesh’s Ready-Made Garment (RMG) sector. The assessment will examine the…
The October issue covers SANEM’s major activities throughout September, featuring the Expert Group Meeting on the Future of Green Transportation in Bangladesh under the SANEM–IFPRI joint study Bangladesh’s Path to COP30
SANEM is delighted to announce that SANEM CoRE, our online blog platform, is once again open for new writings!
অর্থচিন্তা সানেমের নতুন ষাণ্মাসিক অনলাইন বাংলা মিনি-জার্নাল, যেখানে অর্থনীতি ও সংশ্লিষ্ট বিষয় নিয়ে সমালোচনামূলক, সংক্ষিপ্ত এবং প্রাঞ্জল প্রবন্ধ প্রকাশ করা হবে।
We launched SANEM Roundup, our first-ever monthly newsletter, with the September 2025 issue. The Roundup will serve as a regular window into SANEM’s work, featuring updates on events, research, and initiatives.
Previous Youth Survey 2025: Tracking Perceptions on Reforms, Skills, Jobs, and Education Collaboration: ActionAid Bangladesh Starting date: March 13, 2025 Completion date: December 15, 2025 Project description: Theme: Human Capital Development Team leader: Dr Selim Raihan, Team Leader Team members: Eshrat Sharmn, Deputy Director, SANEM Shafa Tasneem, Research Associate, SANEM
Previous Climate-Resilient Infrastructure for Sustainable Community Life in the Haor Region of Bangladesh Collaboration: Giz Dhaka, Bangladesh Starting date: March 25, 2025 Completion date: July 31, 2025 Project description: This study documents key findings and lessons from a project aimed at strengthening climate resilience in the Haor region, one of Bangladesh’s most vulnerable ecosystems. Covering…
Previous Emerging Economy and Trade Policies in Bangladesh Collaboration: Australian High Commission Starting date: July 1, 2025 Completion date: August 31, 2026 Project description: This study focuses on the critical economic and trade challenges facing Bangladesh in a rapidly changing global landscape. It explores key themes such as export diversification to reduce overdependence on a…