EDIG Research Paper #1: Bangladesh Sectoral Growth Diagnostic

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By Selim Raihan, Alberto Lemma, Bazlul Haque Khondker and Farazi Binti Ferdous

Despite Bangladesh’s transition from low- to lower-middle-income country status in July 2015, over 40 million Bangladeshis are still living below the poverty line. This research paper identifies three sectors that could potentially stimulate inclusive growth in Bangladesh: agro-processing, leather and leather goods, and information and communication technology (ICT).

Posted May 12, 2017
Related locations: Bangladesh
Related programs: Inclusive Economic Growth
Related topics: Economic Dialogue on Inclusive Growth in Bangladesh