Blog
Read through our catalogue of stories, insights and research from prominent individuals and organisations of the Commonwealth.
Rethinking Gender Parity and FDI
Gender disparity is arguably one of the greatest impediments to global development. The FDI’s landscape is often an overlooked avenue in gender equality discourse. Yet, it propels tapping equally into the reservoir of capabilities.
Unveiling Rwanda at the Inclusive Fintech Forum 2023: A Journey of Progress and Innovation
Hello Rwanda! Like always, it has always been my pleasure to visit here. I can truly say now that it is one of my favorite places in the world. I mean I’ve never been in love with a country more than this landlocked country bordered by Uganda to the north, Tanzania to the east, Burundi to the south, and the Democratic Republic of Congo to the west.
23rd Commonwealth Law Conference 2023
Did you know the first Commonwealth Law Conference was held in London in 1955, and since then it has been held in various cities across the Commonwealth, including Singapore, Cape Town, Auckland, and Edinburgh. The most recent conference was held in Goa, India.
Tackling Fundamental Gaps in the Bangladeshi Legal Education System
Dr. Masrur Salekin on the existing gaps in ensuring quality legal education and proper implementation of environmental laws in Bangladesh, as well as the role of Commonwealth in filling those gaps
How to solve the skills gap dilemma among Bangladesh’s youth
In this interview with our correspondent Fatema Antara, Shahariar Sadat discusses whether the current education system of Bangladesh equips students with the necessary skills needed to compete in the local and global job markets.
HM The Queen
“I declare before you all that my whole life, whether it be long or short, will be devoted to your service”. A declaration by Her Majesty which without a doubt came true! On 8 September 2022, Her Majesty The Queen, Queen Elizabeth II peacefully passed away at Balmoral...
How the presence of untrustworthy websites leads to consumer distrust
Tajdin Hassan, Chief Marketing Officer at Daraz Bangladesh, on the future of e-commerce platforms in Bangladesh: “The presence of untrustworthy websites that lead to consumer distrust remains a major issue for us”
Digital Services Tax: An Uncertain Future
In the midst of a raging pandemic as well as in its aftermath, the world has been gripped by digitalisation. Most companies have now transformed into digital entities, and most have a digital presence in almost all parts of the world.
Barrister Rashna Imam on the factors preventing women from entering the legal profession in Bangladesh
Barrister Rashna Imam is an Oxford scholar, an advocate of the Supreme Court of Bangladesh (both Divisions), and the Managing Partner of Akhtar Imam & Associates. Before joining Akhtar Imam & Associates, Rashna gained expertise as a corporate associate at Baker & McKenzie (London Office) through advising global giants like Arcelor Mittal and Schneider Electric on M&A and post-acquisition integration.