2009-2010 - BIDS

In research undertakings, our motto is to ensure the quality of research, completeness in terms of interpretation,
analysis of available and feasible options, widest possible participation and consultation among concerned
stakeholders, and reflection of the nature of research-policy nexus surrounding specific issues. In this context,
it may be added that the Secretariat of the South Asia Network of Economic Research Institutes (SANEI) was relocated
in BIDS in October 2009 which no doubt would provide unique opportunities to expand the Institute’s
outreach and network across the region and beyond. In the pursuit of BIDS vision, our continuing priorities
remain the following: conduct quality research, facilitate learning in development solutions, foster policy
dialogue, disseminate policy options, and develop coalitions for promoting informed policy making. In order
to bring success in influencing policies, BIDS researchers always remain prepared to take advantage of policy
windows, learn to create new windows, and play the role of ‘policy entrepreneurs’ to tap defining moments in
promoting the causes of shared and inclusive development as articulated in the BIDS Charter.
In the coming years, we look forward to further concretizing this long term vision for being part of a process
that places BIDS firmly on the level of engagement in furthering better research and better policy leading to
better Bangladesh.
Finally, I would like to express my deep gratitude to all BIDS professionals and other staff, especially to Nehraz
Mahmud and Humayra Ahmed, who have cooperated and contributed to the preparation and publication of
this Report.
Mustafa K. Mujeri
Director General
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BIDS Biennial Report 2009-2010