Corporate Social Responsibility Practices in Emerging Economies: The Case of Bangladesh

Nazmul Amin Majumdar's "Corporate Social Responsibility Practices in Emerging Economies: The Case of Bangladesh" explores how CSR actually works in the country, with a special focus on the pharmaceutical industry. The author argues that closing the trust gap between businesses and the public requires strong collaboration with the government. While multinational corporations often get credit for the sector's remarkable growth, Majumdar points out that local CSR initiatives, supportive policies, and international regulatory flexibility were equally important. He also outlines a range of Bangladesh-specific CSR concerns, from workplace safety and consumer rights to employment standards, corruption, and the broader regulatory and democratic environment. The book proposes a more inclusive definition of CSR, one that covers economic, legal, ethical, philanthropic, and environmental responsibilities. Majumdar, a career civil servant and researcher with a Ph.D. from Monash University, brings both academic rigor and practical insight to the topic. His previous work includes books on civil service ethics and business case studies, and his research on corporate governance and ethics continues to influence discussions on emerging economies.