When most of us who live in Dhaka, Bangladesh think of Holey Artisan Bakery, we think of the peaceful Fridays spent on their lawn. We remember the employees who remembered us each time we visited and maybe even what our "regular' order was. Everything changed for each of us on July 1st, but most especially … Continue reading Help Holey Artisan
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Night of Terror in Dhaka
Over the past few days, I have been asked what was Holey Artisan Bakery, what kind of place it was. I don't know if anyone recalls the show Cheers that was centered around a bar that was the hub of their community. Holey was sort of like that. Most of the time, it was not … Continue reading Night of Terror in Dhaka
The Time is Now
Not many will have traveled to the villages that are found everywhere in Bangladesh to see how they live, as I have. Some villagers are lucky and live in clay buildings. They are lucky because clay at least blocks some of the cold winds during winter, but it’s still cold. Most live in homes made of … Continue reading The Time is Now
Beautiful Bangladesh – The Land of Stories
While the country has recently been rebranded as Beautiful Bangladesh, truly the country is know by the happy faces in the face of all odds and catastrophes. The resilience of the people, the “never give up” mentality that exists in the hearts of all Bangalees. One of the challenges that Bangladesh should take on is … Continue reading Beautiful Bangladesh – The Land of Stories
Bangladesh Changing Immigration Laws
Yesterday, AmaderShomoy.com published an article on their site informing of reforms to Bangladesh’s immigration laws. This is GREAT news for many, including foreigners who have made Bangladesh their home. The good news is that when approved next month these reforms will make investing in Bangladesh easier. This will hopefully lead to new new sources for FDI … Continue reading Bangladesh Changing Immigration Laws
Grameenphone & Robi Indifference
Customer service, especially good customer service is an unknown concept in Bangladesh. Most companies do not provide customer service training to their employees or it appears that they haven’t been trained which is why customer service, at least at the level that most westerners expect, does not exist. Sadly, this leaves Bangladesh far behind in … Continue reading Grameenphone & Robi Indifference
SAVING BANGLADESH
There are many who tell me it will all work out. I am fervently hoping so, even though I feel too stressed to read the newspaper or watch the news where reports flood in on the next plans of the government or the opposition. I am in a difficult position as I am a foreigner here. Who to support? Anyway, this article seems on point. What is democracy anyway? Generally speaking it is an elected government by the people. However, the vast majority of the population in Bangladesh are illiterate and easily swayed one way or another. So, where does that leave us? #SaveBangladesh
SAVING BANGLADESH
– Bhaskar Roy –
The unprecedented violent electoral politics witnessed in Bangladesh over the last six weeks has raised concerns in the neighbourhood and among the international community. Violent politics is no stranger to the highly emotional people of Bangladesh. But the magnitude of it this time threatens the very roots of stability and development. Over this period more than fifty people lost their lives and thousands were injured.
Those who suffered were hardly political activists. Most were ordinary people out to earn their bread, and even children as young as four and five years old lost their lives. The opposition political cadres and their supporters have shown scant respect for life, let alone property. Throwing fire-bombs into ordinary public buses exhibited a worrisome cruelty.
In a democracy, right of protest is guaranteed. The ruling government of the day is bound to allow peaceful demonstrations and hartals. But…
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Democracy In Action – Shahbagh Protest
Today, we sit on the precipice of the 21st Anniversary of the Bengali Language Movement while thousands of citizens have thronged to Shahbagh in a mass protest for the death of the convicted war criminals. This protest began on February 5th and until yesterday had planned to culminate today. However, the killing of one of … Continue reading Democracy In Action – Shahbagh Protest
Democracy in Action–the Shahbagh Protest
Today, we sit on the precipice of the 21st Anniversary of the Bengali Language Movement while thousands of citizens have thronged to Shahbagh in a mass protest for the death of the convicted war criminals. Citizens joined together for no other reason other than that they believe this is the right path. This protest began … Continue reading Democracy in Action–the Shahbagh Protest
Bangladesh: Learn From Your Neighbors
Bangladesh's leaders need to look at its successful neighbors like India, Malaysia, Thailand and Singapore and learn how they got to where they are. No country begins as a middle income country. Did you know that on 16th September 1963, Malaya, Singapore, Sabah and Sarawak were formally merged to form Malaysia? This merger did not last very long, but … Continue reading Bangladesh: Learn From Your Neighbors