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Jagoron White Papers

Jagoron’s data-driven policy briefs and white papers are designed to inform and influence decision-makers in both Bangladesh and the global community.

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April 2025

Labour Reform in Bangladesh – Ensuring Fairness and Sustainability

An insight into Bangladesh’s labour law history and current framework, assessing working conditions (formal and informal), and highlighting gaps in enforcement and worker protections.

April 2025

Administrative Reform in Bangladesh – Challenges and Policy Recommendations

A balanced analysis of four key reform dimensions: public service delivery, decentralisation, bureaucratic efficiency, and anti-corruption – and evidence-based recommendations for each.

April 2025

Situational Update – Spring 2025

A situational insight into Bangladesh's political developments, economic conditions, labour and employment trends and more.

April 2025

Electoral Reform in Bangladesh – Ensuring Fairness and Transparency

The credibility of Bangladesh's electoral system has been questioned both domestically and internationally, highlighting the urgent need for comprehensive electoral reform.

April 2025

Media Reform in Bangladesh – Pathways to a Transparent and Accountable Press

Exploring the necessary reforms to ensure a free and fair media landscape in Bangladesh, focusing on legal protections, institutional restructuring, and the promotion of media literacy and ethical journalism.

April 2025

A New Era of Bangladesh? The First 100 Days Report of Dr Muhammad Yunus’s Interim Government

An analysis on the formation of the 17-member interim government in Bangladesh, led by Professor Muhammad Yunus, who serves as the chief adviser

December 2024

Economic Reform in Bangladesh

An insight into the progress, challenges and the role of social business in implementing economic reform

December 2024

Security and Police Reform

An overview of the security and police forces in Bangladesh, including the Rapid Action Battalion (RAB), and the necessary reforms required for a prosperous Bangladesh

November 2024

Judicial Reform in Bangladesh

The judiciary in Bangladesh, once a robust pillar of democracy and protector of citizens’ rights, has been severely compromised over the past decade. It’s time for restoring independence and accountability.

October 2024

Unmasking Corruption in Sheikh Hasina’s Government

An exploration of the systemic nature of corruption within Sheikh Hasina’s administration, highlighting the key scandals that have defined her tenure.

September 2024

Dr. Muhammad Yunus Leading Bangladesh Toward a New Dawn

In August 2024, amidst a turbulent political climate, Dr Yunus was appointed Chief Advisor of Bangladesh’s interim government. What does the future under his leadership look like?

September 2024

The Student Movement: Gen Z–A Nation-Making Generation

An exploration of how the student movement’s efforts culminated in a significant political victory when sustained pressure led to the resignation of Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina.

August 2024

Constitutional Reform in Bangladesh

Bangladesh stands at a pivotal moment in its quest for genuine democracy. However, the success of this transitional phase hinges on the immediate implementation of essential reforms.

August 2024

Aynaghar – the ‘House of Mirrors’ Secret Prison

An exposé into the forced disappearances under Sheikh Hasina and the secret prison where political dissidents were imprisoned for years without trial, tortured and even executed.

August 2024

Bangladesh Uprising

An extensive situational update following Sheikh Hasina’s resignation, including a timeline of key political events.