Social Justice

Manila — Dr. Pichamon Yeophantong, a member of the United Nations Working Group on Business and Human Rights (UN Working Group on BHR), conducted an academic visit to Smokey Mountain last August 13, 2026, amid the heavy rains in Manila.…

Taming Inflation and Ensuring Implementation Amid Economic Hurdles By Zahida Parvez Chhanda (Dhaka Bureau) Amidst global economic uncertainties, high inflation, and intense pressure on domestic revenue mobilization, Bangladesh’s 13th National Parliament is set to pass a massive BDT 9.38 trillion…

By Asif Showkat Kallol (Dhaka Bureau) In a significant stride toward bridging the long-standing gap in old-age income security, Bangladesh has announced an expansion of its flagship Universal Pension Scheme (UPS). The initiative aims to provide formal retirement protection to…

By Zahida Parvez Chhanda (Dhaka Bureau) A major shift is on the horizon for Bangladesh’s economy, which has been weathering over a decade of institutional erosion, wealth disparity, and skyrocketing inflation. The interim government has presented its proposed budget for…

By Asif Showkat Kallol (Dhaka Bureau) The Government of Bangladesh has decided to retain controversial provisions allowing the legalization of tax-evaded and illegally earned wealth- commonly known as ‘black money’- in its proposed national budget for the 2026-27 fiscal year.…

By Md. Nazrul Islam (Dhaka Bureau) Bangladesh, long recognized as the ‘poster child’ or frontline state of the global climate crisis, is now calling for a fundamental shift in how it fights this battle. Moving past the limitations of traditional…

By Rita Bhowmick (Dhaka Bureau) Aiming to bring transformative changes to the labor market and advance women’s empowerment, the ‘National Care Conclave 2026’ was held in Dhaka. Organized jointly by the International Labour Organization (ILO), UN Women, and the Asian…

31 March 2026, Tondo, Manila. Under the scorching sun, some 400 people donning black veils and buri hats joined the environmental- and social justice-themed Via Crucis (Way of the Cross) held today by members and partners of the EcoWaste Coalition…

20 February 2026, Quezon City.  Renato “Rene” D. Pineda, Jr., a fearless environmental warrior, passed away on February 16, 2026.  He would have turned 70 on August 13. Pineda is revered for his companionship, leadership, and commitment to Mother Earth…

By Sakhawat Kawsar (Dhaka Bureau)   Following a landslide electoral victory, Tarique Rahman is set to ascend to the pinnacle of power in Bangladesh. However, like many historic leaders before him, he faces a striking paradox: an absolute mandate often…