The Department of Economics at East West University (EWU) successfully hosted the 4th East West Economics Research Conclave 2025 on April 25–26, 2025. The hybrid event, held at the EWU campus, brought together approximately 200 emerging and distinguished scholars, policymakers, and practitioners from Bangladesh, India, Nepal, and the USA to engage in robust research dialogue across a diverse range of economic fields. Building on its tradition, the conclave provided a vital platform for nurturing young academics while facilitating interaction with leading policy thinkers. The conclave commenced with an insightful inaugural session focused on Bangladesh's future development strategies. Dr. Muntasir Chaudhury, Chairperson of the Department of Economics at EWU, initiated the session by underscoring the critical role of research and collaboration in Bangladesh's ongoing development journey. Professor Dr. Shams Rahman, Vice Chancellor of EWU, articulated the university's ambition to elevate the conclave into a prominent regional research hub, positioning EWU as a nurturing ground for future economic thought leaders. The keynote address was delivered by His Excellency Park Young-sik, Ambassador of the Republic of Korea to Bangladesh. He shared South Korea's remarkable economic development trajectory, emphasizing its export-led growth strategy, industrial transformation, and subsequent focus on high-tech industries. Ambassador Park encouraged Bangladesh to prioritize quality growth, cultivate strong domestic brands, diversify its export basket, strengthen capital markets, and consolidate the banking sector to achieve sustainable progress. Dr. Monzur Hossain, Special Guest and Member of the General Economics Division, highlighted the fundamental importance of infrastructure development, strategic investment in the social sector, and the diversification of Bangladesh's economic base to ensure sustainable and inclusive growth. Professor Dr. Mohammed Farashuddin, Se