Exploring Corporate Governance Mechanisms in Government-Owned Entities: A Case Study in Bangladesh
Keywords:
Governance, corporate governance, government-owned entities, transparency, accountability, BangladeshAbstract
This research study examines the complex corporate governance systems of government-owned entity/entities in Bangladesh. The complicated corporate governance of Bangladeshi government-owned companies. Understand government corporate governance requirements for openness, accountability, and sustainability since government enterprises are critical to the economy. This research explores Bangladeshi government-owned entities' efficacy and issues. This mixed-methods study collected qualitative and quantitative data. Semi-structured interviews with board members, CEOs, and governance oversight officials will gather qualitative data. Documentary analysis of corporate governance rules, regulations, and reports will contextualize selected government enterprises' governance systems. Surveys will measure stakeholders' governance and organizational performance opinions. This study should advance corporate governance in government-owned firms, notably in Bangladesh. The paper recommends ways to improve government enterprise governance by identifying best practices, problems, and progress prospects. This study explores government-owned enterprise (GOE) governance approaches, including board structures, regulatory frameworks, and internal control mechanisms, utilizing a comprehensive literature analysis and empirical data. The research also examines political influence, stakeholder dynamics, and organizational culture as significant factors determining GOE governance. effectiveness. These findings can assist policymakers, regulators, and GOE executives enhance governance, openness, accountability, and efficiency. Explaining GOE performance methods makes this article useful for public sector corporate governance talks. Our results may help policymakers, regulators, and business leaders in Bangladesh and overseas make informed decisions and improve governance in government-owned entities. Openness, accountability, and sustainable development in government firms are promoted in this research to boost economic growth and social well-being.
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