Social development in a global context shows the risk of trending downwards and not recovering if countries do not minimize the long-term impacts of multiple crises and work towards building up their resilience. As much as this will require national political will, it will also need global cooperation for it
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New tourism restrictions to protect coral-rich Saint Martine’s Island
In a bid to protect biodiversity hotspots in the country, Bangladesh plans to restrict tourism and introduce environment-friendly guidelines and directions for tourists visiting the Ecologically Critical Areas (ECAs). The coral reef-rich Saint Martin’s Island and one of the largest haors — a type of wetland ecosystem — in the country,
Disappearing red ghost crabs of Cox’s Bazar, a conservation crisis
Once lively inhabitants of the Cox’s Bazar-Teknaf coastline in southeast Bangladesh, the red ghost crabs (Ocypode macrocera) are now becoming increasingly rare, according to local media reports. Known for their agility and burrowing abilities, these elusive crabs play a critical role in the beach ecosystem by controlling organic debris and
Civil society fights against budget cuts amid calls for aid reform
Multiple conflicts, the climate emergency and other crises are destabilising many parts of the world and intensifying the strain on the resources needed to finance the global sustainable development agenda. Amid these challenges, data from 2023, shows that Official Development Assistance (ODA) reached a record-breaking US$223.7 billion, up from US$211
Climate justice needs recognition of common, but with different responsibilities
Climate justice recognizes differential impacts of climate crisis between rich and poor, women and men, and older and younger generations. The UN Secretary-General AntónioGuterres emphasized, “as is always the case, the poor and vulnerable are the first to suffer and the worst hit.” However, all people should have the agency
World told act now or face 136 years of hunger
High levels of hunger will continue for another 136 years in many developing countries, according to a new report assessing global hunger. The report, the 2024 Global Hunger Index (GHI), paints a grim picture, predicting that global hunger levels will remain high for another century. If more progress is not made
Journey to Modernization: China’s 75-Year Transformation
October 1, 2024, marked the 75th anniversary of the founding of the People's Republic of China (PRC). Over 75 years, the country has embarked on a strenuous journey of national development and modernization, transforming itself from a struggling agrarian nation into the world's second-largest economy. China's development, prosperity, and stability
The health of Gaza is dependent on humanitarian pause
The next round of the polio vaccination campaign in Gaza, a major undertaking for health partners, began on October 14, as continuous attacks and strains whittle down the healthcare and humanitarian systems. This Monday, October 14 marked the start of the second round of the polio vaccination campaign in Gaza. This
Age limits and employment issues in Bangladesh
Bangladesh’s job market stands at a critical crossroads, where young graduates face daunting odds and an aging workforce holds onto limited opportunities. High youth unemployment, session delays in education, and the overwhelming preference for stable government jobs have created a unique set of challenges. At the center of these issues
