Shahida Pervin

Economist Researcher Academic
Assit Prof #Economics @Waseda_Univ
PhD @GRIPS_Japan MSc @QMUL Scholar @Cheveningfco @MEXTjapan YGC17 @Glob_Solutions
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[Shahida Pervin @SPervin_Econ]

Glad to have this paper published in Safety Science.
Multi-stakeholder safety enforcement: Implications for employment and ... https://t.co/VUAgBNSyhE

[Shahida Pervin @SPervin_Econ]

Opposite side of coin. People like me were silent observers then and now. AL played on a genocide from half a century ago, current gov repeating while this killing was live before people. Many people don't stand for AL due to its violent nature, neither comfortable wi ongoing dev

[David Bergman @TheDavidBergman]

It is difficult not to hear, right now in #Bangladesh, echoes of Shahbagh 2013 (which called for the execution of Jamaat-e-Islami leaders convicted of international crimes at the International Crimes Tribunal relating to the 1971 war) and the current protest taking place in the heart of Dhaka city, this time organised by students calling for the banning of the Awami League.

I visited Shahbagh at around 3pm today. It was hot! - and I would say, at least at the time I went, only a few hundred active protestors and a few hundred more onlookers. So, far less than I remember from Shahbagh 2013.

However, as I was leaving there was a huge procession of Islamic party protestors (possibly from the Jamaat-e-Islami, difficult to say) coming towards Shahbagh (see video B) so the numbers would certainly increase. They would be joining what was already I would say a protest dominated by Islamic parties (see video A)

That of course is the big difference with Shahbagh 2013 and now. Shahbagh 2013 was (predominantly) secular, with a lot of women present. Shahbagh 2025, is (predominantly) religious and male.

What is similar is that they both took/take the most extreme positions. In 2013, the secular protestors were demanding the conviction and execution of Jamaat-e-Islami leaders. Now it is the "execution" of the Awami League as a party

I think it is pretty likely, that if an Awami League leader is convicted at the new International Crimes Tribunal, in relation to July/August 2024 killings, this same political grouping that is presently at Shahbagh will be coming out to demand their execution, if the courts do not impose that sentence. In fact I saw one poster with a noose around Hasina's neck, very similar to the common image in 2013.

Another similarity between the two protests is their apparent disinterest in wider justice issues - though of course they both couch their demands in the language of justice. Shahbagh 2013 was not interested in the fairness of the trials which were very obviously highly partisan and problematic. And this time around, the protests are similarly disinterested and ignore the widespread arbitrary detention taking place of Awami Leaguers who have no connection with the crimes alleged against them.

The Cabinet is apparently sitting this evening to further amend the International Crimes Tribunal Act to allow for the prosecution of political parties - something which it stated it would do in a press release yesterday.

Generally, courts prosecuting international crimes do not prosecute organisations or parties - so this amendment would be anomalous to that extent. However, at the same time, many countries do allow the prosecution of organisations.

One will have to wait and see what is the actual amendment before commenting, but if such an amendment takes the steam out of those seeking the immediate banning of the Awami League, it may well at least solve a brewing political crisis - or at least kicking it into touch, for another day.

[Shahida Pervin @SPervin_Econ]

I will be happy to meet anyone joining ASSA 2025 on January 2-5 in San Francisco.

[Shahida Pervin @SPervin_Econ]

International conference on Japan–Bangladesh Research held https://t.co/AMxWDIAE1M

[Zafar Sobhan @ZafarSobhan]

India is basically a rogue state at this point

[Shahida Pervin @SPervin_Econ]

Effects of Government Jobs on the Labour Market in Bangladesh: The Journal of Development Studies: Vol 0, No 0 - Get Access https://t.co/mqgbEBn4bd

[Shahida Pervin @SPervin_Econ]

Call for Paper (Sep 30, 2024)
Network of Bangladeshi Researchers in Japan (NBRJ) is organizing the 3rd International Conference on Japan−Bangladesh Research and Practice (JBRP2024)
Visit: https://t.co/RKoUHdWNyz
Keynote: Prof Yasuyuki Sawada, Faculty of Economics, Uni of Tokyo

[Shahida Pervin @SPervin_Econ]

@SalsinaHF Good to see. Most likely coming for lunch today. It would be nice if you write item name along with the photo.

[Shahida Pervin @SPervin_Econ]

Fascinating! See the generation! They just don't like fossil generation rule so revolt. #Bangladesh #DictatorGone

[Nazmul Ahasan @the_nazmul]

Traffic management in Dhaka — Gen Z style!

(RK Sohan+ / Facebook)

[Shahida Pervin @SPervin_Econ]

The list looks pretty good, however, I expected a gender balance. Remember, #Bangladeshi women are capable enough to take over such role. The country has been led by women for three & half decades. Women played astounding role in the #revolution. #GenderBalance #InterimGovernment

[Prof Miraz Rahman @MirazRahman]

Here is the interim government of Bangladesh, headed by Nobel laureate Dr. Muhammad Yunus, which includes two student leaders who are taking charge of the country. A unique event in the world history.

[Shahida Pervin @SPervin_Econ]

No political party should get outright advantage of the revolution in #Bangladesh. The interim government must act neutral politically, attempt to restructure the entire system, and be inclusive.

[David Bergman @TheDavidBergman]

There are lots of lists, lots of names doing the rounds about who will be a member of #Bangladesh's new interim government, under the leadership of Mohammad Yunus. Yes, they should all be upstanding and outstanding people, but just as importantly, have no links to any of the major political parties, in particular the BNP. The BNP may well become the beneficiaries of this popular revolution, if they win a subsequent election, but they should not be given a hands up through people on the interim government. It should be as neutral as possible.

[Shahida Pervin @SPervin_Econ]

@hari_sokps India should stop Hindu game in BD. BD will not play religion game & will secure equal rights irrespective of identity. True some unacceptable matters happened but all responsible bodies & people became alert to protect the resources & resist evil intentions. See those news too.

[Shahida Pervin @SPervin_Econ]

Chunk of Indian people and media, please listen to Govinda Pramanik, Secretary of #Bangladesh National Grand #Hindu Alliance, before spreading your propaganda. Let me know if you need a translation.

[MUKTADIR rashid ROMEO @muktadirnewage]

হিন্দু মহাজোট নেতা গোবিন্দ চন্দ্র প্রমানিক কি বলেন শুনি ,

[Shahida Pervin @SPervin_Econ]

@hari_sokps No shame and no denial. It's an abnormal situation & many chaos & damage. Many people are affected, not only one particular identity. The country needs healing not fueling. Wish the situation gets normal soon.

[Shahida Pervin @SPervin_Econ]

@bhagyesh55 I have no moral right to talk about Pakistan and Taliban. They have their own struggle. How do you know Bangladesh is in the way of Pakistan and Taliban? How do you know that many terrorists moved out from jail? How do you define terrorist?

[Shahida Pervin @SPervin_Econ]

Dear all, I am excited to share that the #SheikhHasina regime has been toppled. She fled the country. It's been a difficult and costly task. Thank you for your great support. The regime is down now but we are left with a lot to do to prevent history repeats in the future. 🎉🙏

[Shahida Pervin @SPervin_Econ]

@bhagyesh55 @TanweerEcon I cannot read. Could you please write in English or Bangla?

[Shahida Pervin @SPervin_Econ]

@bhagyesh55 @TanweerEcon Everyone in Bangladesh is and should be safe, not only Hindu. Hindu, Muslim, Budhist, Christian, Indigenous, any identity should be equal & safe. We will work hard to ensure that & look forward to support from you & the world. We dream our country to be a true people's republic

[Shahida Pervin @SPervin_Econ]

#Bangladesh Update: Army Cheif to address the nation at 2pm (GMT+6). I came to know thst internet is restored, at least partially.

[David Bergman @TheDavidBergman]

UPDATE 2: Dhaka at 1pm (Uk at 8 am)
1. #Bangladesh army chief General Waker-uZ-Zaman will address the people at 2pm. Till then the army has asked people to be patient.
2. A total internet blackout has been enforced from 10.30am Monday.
3. According to the The Business Standard newspaper, hundreds of thousands of people have marched towards central Dhaka. They are defying heavy security in Dhaka.
4. The students have asked people to march to Dhaka to force Sheikh Hasina's resignation. So far people from the suburbs of the city are responding.
(From journalists in Dhaka)

[Shahida Pervin @SPervin_Econ]

Bangladesh is under internet blackout again. Just before the blackout, we saw footage of police firing in different parts of the capital. Global bodies must step into save the people of the country. #Bangladesh #SaveBangladesh #SaveBangladeshiStudents #MarchToDhaka #HasinaMustGo