The populist remedies for youth and educated unemployment will not work without a coherent and coordinated plan from the government.

Both global and local macro-challenges can have serious implications for the people of Bangladesh

Specific policy incentives are needed to stimulate the economy and revive the labour market.

A study by Underprivileged Children's Education Programme (UCEP) has found that a considerable number of girls are unaware of the prospects of technical education despite the government's efforts to prioritise this skill-based education.

There is need for a well-designed and effective industrial policy wherein monetary (interest rate subsidies) and fiscal incentives (reduced taxes or tax holidays) should be transparent and time-bound.