Adopting employment-friendly fiscal policy

Abstract

The article "Adopting Employment-Friendly Fiscal Policy" published in The New Nation on 02.12.2010 advocates for fiscal strategies that prioritize job creation while maintaining macroeconomic stability. It examines how targeted government spending on infrastructure, education, and small-business incentives can stimulate employment without exacerbating inflation or fiscal deficits. The analysis highlights successful international examples of labor-intensive growth policies and emphasizes the need for Bangladesh to align its fiscal measures with labor market needs, particularly in manufacturing and agro-based sectors. The article concludes with policy recommendations for optimizing tax structures and public investments to maximize employment generation.