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South Asia

Right-wing Indian media’s false narratives harm India-Bangladesh relations

February 5, 2025

The misinformation campaign waged by India’s right-wing media against Bangladesh has long been a source of unnecessary tension between the two nations. Instead of fostering regional stability and cooperation, a segment of Indian media—driven by ideological agendas and geopolitical maneuvering—persists in distorting facts to paint Bangladesh in a negative light. The latest example of this […]

South Asia

Bangladesh, the new big brother, can lead Pakistan towards stability

February 4, 2025

For decades, the power dynamics of South Asia were shaped by history, war, and unresolved tensions. But today, a shift is underway—one that India would do well to embrace rather than resist. Bangladesh, not Pakistan, is now the stronger nation in almost every measure of national strength, from economic growth to human development. Its growing […]

Bangladesh

Tarique Rahman has no place in Bangladesh’s future

February 3, 2025

Bangladesh stands at a critical juncture in its political evolution. As the country seeks a future rooted in transparency, accountability, and democratic integrity, it must decisively reject figures like Tarique Rahman. His history of corruption, violent politics, and exile-driven leadership render him unfit to shape the nation’s trajectory. A new Bangladesh must move beyond dynastic […]

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Bangladesh faces uncertain future under Trump 2.0 foreign policy

January 19, 2025

The inauguration of Donald Trump as the 47th President of the United States on January 20, 2025, signals significant shifts in U.S. foreign policy with potential repercussions for Bangladesh. Trump’s “America First” approach is expected to influence various aspects of the bilateral relationship, including trade, political dynamics, and regional alliances. Under the previous Trump administration, […]

Bangladesh

Water at risk: Why Bangladesh must unite with India against China’s dam

January 4, 2025

Bangladesh faces a critical decision that could define its future prosperity, food security, and ecological stability. China’s plan to construct a colossal hydropower dam on the Yarlung Zangbo River—a river that becomes the Brahmaputra as it flows into India and Bangladesh—threatens to upend the water systems relied upon by millions. This project, poised to become […]

Bangladesh

Time for Bangladesh to claim a permanent UN Security Council seat

December 31, 2024

The United Nations Security Council (UNSC) must evolve to reflect today’s global realities. For decades, it has been dominated by a small group of nations whose influence no longer aligns with the world’s shifting demographics and challenges. Bangladesh, with its growing economic clout and leadership in critical areas like climate action and humanitarian efforts, must […]

South Asia

Bangladesh elections expected by late 2025 or early 2026, caretaker leader says

December 16, 2024

Bangladesh’s next national elections are likely to take place in late 2025 or early 2026, Muhammad Yunus, the head of the country’s caretaker government, said on Monday. Yunus, a Nobel laureate, is serving as chief advisor under an extra-constitutional arrangement following the ouster of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina. Her government was removed earlier this […]

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The Forgotten Connection: Bengal’s Role in Igniting the American Revolution

October 27, 2024

During the American Revolution, Bengal played an unexpected yet significant role in shaping the dynamics between the British Empire and its American colonies. Under the control of the British East India Company, Bengal served as a crucial economic hub, generating wealth that bolstered British military and economic power. The events in Bengal, from its resource […]