Reports - The Bangladesh Dialogue

Participation Report: International Conference on “Strengthening BIMSTEC’s Role in Connectivity, Culture and Cooperation”

by Kazi Rakib HossainReports June 13, 2026June 14, 2026No Comments

1. Background I had the honor of participating as an expert panelist in the International Conference on “Strengthening BIMSTEC’s Role in Connectivity, Culture and Cooperation,” organized by Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Open University (BAOU) in association with the Ministry of External Affairs, Government of India, and the BIMSTEC Secretariat. The conference was held at Gift City …

Report on TBD Town Hall V: “National Budget 2026-2027: Expectations, Priorities and Way Forward”

by Samiha SaraReports June 12, 2026June 12, 2026No Comments

The Bangladesh Dialogue Town Hall V on “National Budget 2026–2027: Expectations, Priorities and Way Forward” convened policymakers, economists, financial leaders, entrepreneurs, development practitioners, and political representatives to deliberate on the nation’s economic trajectory at a critical juncture. The roundtable discussion highlighted the imperative of investment-led growth, employment generation, tax-net expansion, banking reform, digital financial inclusion, …

Report on TBD Town Hall IV: “Beyond Dhaka: Rebuilding Local Government Structure”

by Samiha SaraReports June 1, 2026June 1, 2026No Comments

A timely and substantive roundtable discussion titled “Beyond Dhaka: Rebuilding Local Government Structure” was held on 24 May as the fourth episode of the Town Hall series hosted by The Bangladesh Dialogue. The discussion assembled diverse perspectives from policy, academia, civil society, youth journalism, and governance-related sectors to deliberate on one of Bangladesh’s most urgent …

Art, Healing, and Community: Inside the National Youth Wellness Fest 2026

by Mainul Hoque Mojumder MahirReports May 22, 2026May 22, 2026No Comments

The National Youth Wellness Fest 2026, held on 22–23 April at BRAC University, was a unique effort focusing on encouraging young mental health, emotional wellbeing, creativity, and community participation. The two-day festival was organized by The Flow Fest under the inspiring theme, “You Be You: Find Your Flow.” The event drew over 1,000 students from …

Report on TBD Town Hall III

by Samiha Sara and Tarannum Elias KhanReports May 17, 2026May 18, 2026No Comments

The Bangladesh Dialogue Town Hall III hosted a Roundtable discussion on 7th May 2026, at the Azimur Rahman Conference Hall in the Daily Star Center, Dhaka. The theme was “Labour Environment, Assessment, and Future Direction,” and the forum brought together policymakers, experts, student representatives, labour rights activists, and other respectable participants for discussion. The key …

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“Redefining Bangladesh: Youth Perspectives on Reform, Equity, and Opportunity” A brief on the Discussions in TBD Town Hall II

by Amimul Ihsan SaminReports April 11, 2026June 6, 2026No Comments

After the inauguration episode of TBD Town Hall, titled “Rallying Towards the Future: Thoughts of Bangladeshi Youth,” with a vision to bring the country’s young voices to the forefront of national discourse, The Bangladesh Dialogue (TBD) convened another dynamic session of its Town Hall series. After the first session’s takeaways, the second episode held on 19 …

More Than Just Football: Chords Football Carnival Blends Sport, Music and Youth Energy

by Amimul Ihsan SaminReports March 10, 2026May 30, 2026No Comments

The Chords Football Carnival 2025, organized by The Chords a sister concern of The Bangladesh Dialogue, turned the grounds of the International School Dhaka (ISD) into a lively hub of sports and entertainment on November 21–22, 2025,over two action-packed days, the carnival brought together young footballers, guests, and spectators for a celebration of competitive spirit …

Report on TBD Lens III

by Mainul Hoque Mojumder MahirReports January 2, 2026June 6, 2026No Comments

“The Bangladesh Dialogue” and Independent International University o jointly organized on23/2/25TBD Lens: Session 3“Echoes of Defiance: Youth: Resistance, and the Path to Democratic Restoration.”Lense featured speakersBokhtiar Ahmed, PhD – Professor, Dept. of Social Sciences & Humanities & Dean, School ofLiberal Arts and Social Sciences, IUBDr. Mohammad Nazmuzzaman Bhuiyan – Professor, Dept. of Law, University of …

Report on TBD Perspective VIII

by Mainul Hoque Mojumder MahirReports January 2, 2026May 30, 2026No Comments

Over a year after the July Uprising, driven by the collective will of ordinary citizens, hopes for a renewed Bangladesh still remain high. Yet, pressing questions persist: how has the media landscape evolved amid cycles of misinformation and disinformation, and how are journalists adapting ahead of the 2026 national election? Addressing these questions, The Bangladesh …

“Rallying Towards the Future: Thoughts of Bangladeshi Youth” A brief on the Discussions in TBD Town Hall I

by Amimul Ihsan SaminReports January 2, 2026June 6, 2026No Comments

The Bangladesh Dialogue (TBD) launched the inaugural episode of TBD Town Hall, titled “Rallying Towards the Future: Thoughts of Bangladeshi Youth,” with a vision to bring the country’s young voices to the forefront of national discourse. The program gathered students, young professionals, and emerging leaders from diverse backgrounds to engage in a lively dialogue about …