Sensitising and promoting direct taxation to boost revenue and tackle inequality in Bangladesh

Assessing the impact of indirect taxation on poverty and inequality: A pseudo-panel and cross-country analysis

Project report 12 Aug 2024 Tax

This paper investigates the impact of indirect taxes on poverty, income inequality, and economic growth in Bangladesh and globally. The report advocates a nuanced reassessment of Bangladesh's tax structure, proposing a shift towards direct taxation.

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Countries: Bangladesh
Regions: Asia South Asia

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Assessing the impact of indirect taxation on poverty and inequality: A pseudo-panel and cross-country analysis

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