Publications

At the Bangkok Annual Business and Social Science Research Conference, organized by the Australian Academy of Business Leadership in December 2016, a seminal research paper titled “Institutional Preparedness for Advancing Inclusive Business: The Case of Agriculture & Agribusiness in Bangladesh” was presented, offering a critical assessment of the institutional landscape shaping inclusive business models in the country’s agricultural sector. The study explored the extent to which public institutions, private sector actors, and development partners are equipped—both structurally and strategically—to support inclusive agribusiness that benefits smallholders, women, and other marginalized rural populations. Drawing on policy reviews, stakeholder interviews, and case studies, the paper highlighted institutional gaps in coordination, regulatory frameworks, capacity, and accountability that hinder the scaling of inclusive business initiatives. At the same time, it identified emerging opportunities in public-private partnerships, innovation hubs, and value chain financing that signal growing institutional interest in inclusive growth. The presentation underscored the urgent need for institutional reform, strategic alignment, and multi-stakeholder collaboration to foster an enabling ecosystem where inclusive agribusiness can thrive. This contribution added depth to regional and global conversations on sustainable development, positioning Bangladesh as a focal point in the discourse on institutional innovation for inclusive economic transformation.

 

Author: Sheikh Morshed Jahan