Bangladesh's Yunus Calls Student Protests 'Second Revolution', Promises Transition To Pluralistic Democracy

Mohammad Yunus, Chief Advisor of Bangladesh’s caretaker government, assured the international community of a commitment to transitioning to an inclusive and pluralistic democracy. Bangladesh: Yunus Says Existing Financial Systems ‘Promote Wealth Concentration’, Bats For 'Social Businesses' Muhammad Yunus also called for a transformative redesign of financial systems in the Global South to ensure equitable wealth distribution and tackle social issues. Yunus stated, "If we give an important place for social businesses, that is businesses which are created solely for fixing social and environmental problems, it can set a path to create a world of three zeros – zero net carbon emissions, zero wealth concentration, and zero unemployment", as quoted by news agency PTI. Bangladesh Chief Advisor Yunus Advocates Redesigning Financial Systems At Global South Summit Reflecting on his experiences, Yunus argued that existing financial systems promote wealth concentration and stressed the need for a more inclusive approach. Yunus also invited leaders from the Global South to collaborate in developing social businesses that address environmental and social issues, suggesting, "It can become a massive force if we work together."