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 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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Ibn Battuta, a celebrated Moroccan traveler of the 14th century, is renowned for his extensive journeys across Africa, the Middle East, Asia, and parts of Europe. His visit to Bengal, recorded in his famous travelogue, Rihla (meaning “The Journey”), provides a valuable firsthand account of the region during this period. His travels to Bengal occurred […]
Shahanaz Ali has lived a life marked by displacement due to cyclones in Bangladesh, illustrating the personal toll of climate change in a country historically ravaged by natural disasters like the 1970 Bhola cyclone. Bangladesh’s geography makes it exceptionally prone to climate-related challenges, yet it has emerged as a leader in climate adaptation. However, a […]
