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The 5th Committee Meeting of Economics Excellence Centre (EEC) 📚📊Another step forward with meaningful discussions, strat...
18/08/2026

The 5th Committee Meeting of Economics Excellence Centre (EEC) 📚📊
Another step forward with meaningful discussions, strategic decisions and a shared vision for excellence in economics.



The global economy in 2026 is best characterized as resilient but increasingly strained, moving through a period the IMF...
09/08/2026

The global economy in 2026 is best characterized as resilient but increasingly strained, moving through a period the IMF describes as unfolding "in the shadow of war." Global growth is projected at roughly 3.0–3.1%, well below pre-pandemic averages, with a distinctly uneven pattern: energy importers and structurally vulnerable economies are bearing the brunt of the Middle East conflict's shock, while countries integrated into AI-driven technology value chains continue to see stronger activity, illustrating how technological upgrading is now a meaningful axis of divergence between winners and laggards.

Inflation, rather than continuing its post-pandemic decline, is expected to tick back upward — the IMF puts global headline inflation rising from about 4.1% in 2025 to 4.7% in 2026 before easing to roughly 3.9% in 2027 — a dynamic analysts characterize as increasingly supply-driven, propelled by higher energy, commodity, and food prices from the conflict along with tariff pass-through, and unevenly distributed across regions depending on energy exposure and domestic policy settings.

Underlying much of this is accelerating economic fragmentation: geopolitical tensions, tariffs, and supply-side disruptions are restricting the flows of trade, investment, and technology that once bound the global economy together, a trend business surveys (notably McKinsey's) identify as the dominant longer-term concern among executives, even above AI-related opportunity.

This fragmentation extends into monetary policy itself, as central banks are forced into more divergent stances while balancing slowing growth against renewed inflationary pressure, financial-stability risk, and eroding policy credibility.

Layered on top of this is a heightened risk of prolonged instability: the IMF explicitly frames downside risks as dominant, warning that a longer or broader Middle East conflict, worsening geopolitical fragmentation, a reassessment of AI-productivity assumptions, or renewed trade tensions could significantly weaken growth and destabilize financial markets, with elevated public debt and weakening institutional credibility compounding these vulnerabilities.

Regionally, the picture is similarly divergent — advanced economies are broadly decelerating while select emerging markets, buoyed by domestic reform programs, are outperforming, and commodity-exporting economies are gaining some relative insulation from higher prices while commodity-importing, technologically peripheral economies (including many low-income countries) face the sharpest headwinds.

Taken together, the empirical consensus across the IMF, EY, McKinsey, and Deloitte points not toward a cyclical downturn in the conventional sense, but toward a structural transition — a more fragmented, multipolar, and inflation-prone global economy in which AI-driven productivity gains represent the principal counterweight to an otherwise deteriorating geopolitical and macroeconomic environment.

Written by Niloy Datta
Debate & Workshop Secretary
Economics Excellence Center




🌿 World Environment Day 2026 | Together for a Greener TomorrowEvery successful event is made meaningful by the presence ...
30/07/2026

🌿 World Environment Day 2026 | Together for a Greener Tomorrow

Every successful event is made meaningful by the presence and active participation of its audience.

The celebration of World Environment Day 2026 brought together students, faculty members, guests, volunteers, and environmental enthusiasts with a shared commitment to protecting our planet. Your enthusiastic participation, thoughtful engagement, and collective spirit made this program truly memorable.

We extend our heartfelt gratitude to everyone who joined us and contributed to the success of this initiative.

📸 Here's a glimpse of our wonderful participants—united for a greener, healthier and more sustainable future.

Together, we inspire change. Together, we protect our planet. 🌍💚

🌿 World Environment Day 2026|Discussion Session As part of the World Environment Day 2026 celebration, an insightful dis...
30/07/2026

🌿 World Environment Day 2026|Discussion Session

As part of the World Environment Day 2026 celebration, an insightful discussion session was held focusing on Climate Migration and Environmental Economics, highlighting the growing challenges of climate change and the importance of sustainable development.

The event was organized by the National Development Programme - NDP, Shahjadpur, Sirajganj, under the SMART – Cattle & Buffalo Sub-project, in collaboration with the Economics Excellence Center- RUB, Department of Economics, Rabindra University, Bangladesh

The distinguished speakers shared valuable insights, practical experiences and policy perspectives, inspiring participants to strengthen their commitment to environmental conservation and climate resilience.

As a token of appreciation, commemorative crests were presented to our honorable guests in recognition of their valuable presence and meaningful contributions.

We extend our heartfelt gratitude to all our respected guests for enriching the program with their knowledge and support.

Together, let us continue working towards a more sustainable and climate-resilient future. 🌍💚

Happy Birthday to our Debate & Workshop Secretary! Niloy Datta 🎉Wishing you a year filled with happiness, success and en...
20/07/2026

Happy Birthday to our Debate & Workshop Secretary! Niloy Datta 🎉
Wishing you a year filled with happiness, success and endless opportunities.
Have a wonderful day! 💙

Happy Birthday to our Treasurer, MD Shohanur Rahman! 🎉Wishing you a year filled with good health, happiness, and continu...
28/06/2026

Happy Birthday to our Treasurer, MD Shohanur Rahman! 🎉
Wishing you a year filled with good health, happiness, and continued success. May you achieve all your goals and aspirations.
Many happy returns of the day! 🎂🎈

Seminar on the Importance and Challenges of the Banking Sector Held at Rabindra UniversityA seminar titled “The Importan...
25/06/2026

Seminar on the Importance and Challenges of the Banking Sector Held at Rabindra University

A seminar titled “The Importance and Challenges of Bangladesh’s Banking Sector” was held today, Wednesday (24 June), at 2:30 PM in the auditorium of Rabindra University. The event was jointly organized by the Department of Economics and the Economics Excellence Center (EEC) of the university.

The seminar was graced by Professor Dr. Suman Kanti Barua, Honorable Pro-Vice Chancellor of Rabindra University, as the Special Guest. The Resource Persons were Professor Dr. Kamarullah Bin Tarik Islam from the Department of Economics, University of Rajshahi, and Mr. Ikramul Hasan, Lecturer in the Department of Economics, Rabindra University. The session was chaired by Mr. Nazrul Islam, Chairman of the Department of Economics, Rabindra University.

In his speech, the Honorable Pro-Vice Chancellor, Professor Dr. Suman Kanti Barua, thanked the Department of Economics and the Economics Excellence Center for organizing such a timely and relevant event. He emphasized the vital role of the banking sector in ensuring the country's economic development and financial stability and noted that discussions of this nature would significantly contribute to enhancing students’ knowledge and awareness regarding the banking industry.

Professor Dr. Kamarullah Bin Tarik Islam delivered a comprehensive presentation on the overall significance of Bangladesh’s banking sector, its contribution to economic growth, the issue of Non-Performing Loans (NPLs), and the various existing and emerging challenges faced by the sector. He also highlighted several key measures necessary to strengthen governance, improve efficiency, and ensure sustainable development within the banking industry.

Addressing the students of the Department of Economics, Mr. Ikramul Hasan discussed career opportunities in Bangladesh’s research sector, the importance of developing research skills, and the role of research in national development. He encouraged students to enhance their research-oriented competencies to better prepare themselves for future professional opportunities.

In his concluding remarks, the Chair of the seminar, Mr. Nazrul Islam, expressed sincere gratitude to the distinguished guests, faculty members, and students in attendance. He also thanked everyone involved for their contributions to the successful completion of the seminar.

The seminar commenced with the gracious presence of our esteemed Pro-Vice Chancellor, Professor Dr. Suman Kanti Barua, a...
24/06/2026

The seminar commenced with the gracious presence of our esteemed Pro-Vice Chancellor, Professor Dr. Suman Kanti Barua, alongside the respected Chairperson, Nazrul Islam, Chairman of the Department of Economics, and our distinguished Resource Persons, Dr. Qamrullah Bin Tariq Islam and Ekramul Hasan. Their valuable insights and guidance set the stage for an engaging discussion on “Banking Sector in Bangladesh: Challenges and Career Opportunities for Economics Graduates.”

📢 Seminar AnnouncementThe Department of Economics, Rabindra University, Bangladesh, is pleased to invite students, acade...
23/06/2026

📢 Seminar Announcement
The Department of Economics, Rabindra University, Bangladesh, is pleased to invite students, academics, and interested participants to an insightful seminar on:
“Banking Sector in Bangladesh: Challenges and Career
Opportunities for Economics Graduates”

The session will feature Dr. Qamarullah Bin Tariq Islam, Professor, Department of Economics, University of Rajshahi, as the Resource Person. Drawing upon his academic expertise and professional insights, he will discuss the contemporary challenges facing Bangladesh’s banking sector and explore the diverse career prospects available for economics graduates.

📅 Date: 24 June 2026
🕜 Time: 1:30 PM – 4:30 PM
📍 Venue: Auditorium, Academic Building 03, Rabindra University, Bangladesh
All students, faculty members, and interested individuals are cordially invited to attend this enriching academic event.

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