Voice2Policy Podcast

We explore critical issues often overlooked, like the actual strength of our economy, the meaning behind rising reserves, and the growing disconnect between official data and people's lived experiences. Dr. Chowdhury offers deep insights into the post-pandemic economic recovery, the impact of LDC graduation, and the complex task of aligning statistics with everyday realities in a region where the economic narrative often feels unclear

This episode features Ashfaq Zaman, Chief Strategist at Dhaka Forum, in conversation with Major General Fazle Elahi Akbar (Retd), who currently serves as Chairman of the Foundation for Strategic and Development Studies - a think tank specializing in national security, policy, and development strategies.

This video features a compelling reformative analysis presented by Professor Dr. MD. Kamrul Ahsan. The discussion critically explores the contemporary challenges facing modern society, focusing on the interconnected decline in ethics and the perceived weakening quality of education.

Join us for another insightful discussion exploring critical topics in policy, governance, and societal transformation. Stay tuned for more details about this episode.

A powerful conversation with Amir Khasru Mahmud Chowdhury, former Commerce Minister and senior political leader. With decades of experience in governance and economic policy, he shares critical insights on institutional accountability, democratic reform, and the path forward for Bangladesh.

In this episode of Reflections, host Ashfaq Zaman sits down with Bobby Hajjaj—founder of the National Democratic Movement (NDM)—for a wide-ranging conversation on political culture, governance reform, and Bangladesh's place in an increasingly complex global order.