Date: October 16, 2024

Following the first part of the interview, SSDRF Research Fellows Dr. Munshi Naser Ibne Afzal and Dr. Tasmina Chowdhury Tania continue their insightful conversation with Professor A. K. Enamul Haque, PhD in Natural Resource Economics, Deputy Vice-Chancellor, UCSI University Bangladesh Branch Campus. In this second part of the same interview, the discussion shifts to another critical issue: inflation and its effects on employment and economic stability in Bangladesh.

Titled “বাজারে সবকিছুর দাম এত কেন? মুদ্রাস্ফীতি কমানো না কর্মসংস্থান তৈরি -কোনটা জরুরী?” this segment delves into the ongoing debate about whether to prioritize tackling inflation or creating more jobs to ensure long-term economic growth.

Watch the full second part here:

While the first part of the interview focused on corruption in the banking sector, this section emphasizes the policy dilemmas surrounding inflation and unemployment. Dr. Afzal and Dr. Tania guide the conversation with Professor Haque as they explore the trade-offs between these two vital economic factors, offering insights into their potential impact on Bangladesh’s economy.

If you missed the first part of this interview, which addresses corruption in the banking sector, you can watch it here:

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