In a remarkable event organized by the Bangla daily Bonik Barta and the Bangladesh Institute of Development Studies (BIDS), Prof. Mirza Azizul Islam, a former adviser to the caretaker government in Bangladesh and Professor at BRAC Business School, and Mashiur Rahman, the immediate past economic affairs adviser to the prime minister, were recognized for their outstanding contributions to the country's progress. The "Gunijon Sambordhana" ceremony, held at the prestigious Pan Pacific Sonargaon Dhaka on November 20, 2023, brought together key figures to celebrate the enduring impact of their work.
Despite a health condition preventing his physical attendance, Prof. Mirza Azizul Islam joined the event virtually. The Bangladesh Business School (BBS) Acting Dean, Dr. Mujibul Haque, received memorabilia on his behalf from Foreign Minister Dr. AK Abdul Momen and Planning Minister MA Mannan, who also serves as the chairman of the BIDS trustee board.
Prof. Mirza Azizul Islam, a Visiting Professor at BRAC University Business School, has extensive work covering diverse development issues. His contributions span areas such as globalization, international trade, fiscal policy, human resources development, financing development, growth with equity, the Asian financial crisis, and the comparative development experience of groups of countries.
Expressing gratitude for the honor, Prof. Mirza Azizul Islam stated, "With recognition comes more responsibilities. Please pray for me that I can appropriately carry out the responsibilities."
The event served as a testament to Prof. Mirza Azizul Islam's influential role in shaping economic policies and fostering academic excellence in Bangladesh. The recognition ceremony underscored the profound impact of his work and celebrated his enduring commitment to advancing economic thought and development strategies.
Foreign Minister Dr. AK Abdul Momen and Planning Minister MA Mannan presented memorabilia and highlighting the significance of Prof. Mirza Azizul Islam's contributions. The virtual presence of the honored professor added a poignant touch to the occasion.
This ceremony not only celebrated the achievements of Prof. Mirza Azizul Islam and Mashiur Rahman but also emphasized their lasting influence on economic policies and academic excellence in Bangladesh.