Policy Research Institute (PRI)

Policy Research Institute (PRI)

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Tax reforms vital as national revenue shortfall hits Tk59,000cr: Policy Research Institute

The PRI also cautioned that frequent and unpredictable changes in tax policy are contributing to investor uncertainty.

Policy Research Institute (PRI) of Bangladesh chief economist Ashikur Rahman speaks at a Monthly Macroeconomic Insights event in Dhaka on 23 April 2026. Photo: TBS

Govt injected Tk20,000cr of 'high-powered money' into economy in March: PRI chief economist

BNP leader Moyeen Khan during an event organised by Policy Research Institute on 24 July 2025. Photo: UNB

Financial sector governance reforms need policy continuity over next 1-3 years: PRI

Members of Policy Research Institute during a post-budget analysis event in the capital on 26 June 2025. Photo: Courtesy

Budget missed window for 'bold trade reforms' ahead of LDC graduation: PRI chair

Bangladesh Bank Governor Ahsan H Mansur speaks at a dissemination event on 21 May 2025. Photo: Courtesy

1% account holders enjoy 75% of bank loans — Study paints grim picture of financial access disparity

Sadiq Ahmed. TBS Sketch

Budget of huge significance

Ahsan H Mansur. Sketch: TBS

Fiscal, monetary reforms not possible even after elections: Ahsan H Mansur 

Chances to meet proposed budget financing needs, IMF conditions dismal: PRI

Chances to meet proposed budget financing needs, IMF conditions dismal: PRI

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Widening revenue shortfall, declining exports, remittance key concerns: PRI

A recent study found that biomass burning (burning of leaves, wood, etc) is equally responsible as fossil fuel burning for black carbon emission, known to cause cancer. Photo: Mumit M/TBS

‘Encroachment biggest problem in country’s ecosystem’

Special incentives needed for green financing in all sectors: PRI

Special incentives needed for green financing in all sectors: PRI

Bangladesh needs 2nd phase of trade policy reforms: PRI

Bangladesh needs 2nd phase of trade policy reforms: PRI

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Access to easy loans stressed to ensure housing for all