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Gopalganj is reeling from the aftermath of violent clashes that erupted during a National Citizen Party (NCP) rally, underscoring the urgent need for enhanced security measures at political gatherings and a zero-tolerance approach to political violence in Bangladesh. The unrest, which spiraled out of control on Tuesday, resulted in the tragic deaths of four young […]

Bangladesh faces a formidable challenge as the United States escalates tariffs on its goods, particularly impacting the vital garment industry. The increase, surging from 10% to 35%, threatens to undermine Bangladesh’s export revenue and strain its already precarious foreign reserves. This move places Bangladesh at a distinct disadvantage compared to competitors like Vietnam, which enjoys […]

Mujibism is the ideological framework laid out by Sheikh Mujibur Rahman in the aftermath of Bangladesh’s 1971 independence and enshrined in the nation’s 1972 constitution. Built on four foundational principles — nationalism, socialism, democracy and secularism — Mujibism has guided successive governments’ policies and remains a central reference point in Bangladesh’s political discourse. Sheikh Mujibur […]

Bangladesh’s economy is showing signs of a fragile recovery in fiscal year 2025, with exports and remittances on the rise after a period of decline. Exports climbed 11% in the first half of the fiscal year, signaling a potential turnaround after downward trends in fiscal years 2023 and 2024. Remittance inflows also saw a significant […]

The World Health Organization (WHO) has announced that Saima Wazed, the chief of its South-East Asia regional agency (SEARO), is “on leave” following accusations of fraud. Wazed, daughter of former Bangladeshi leader Sheikh Hasina, faces charges of fraud, forgery, and abuse of power brought by Bangladesh’s Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) in March. The charges could lead […]

Bangladesh’s failure to prevent a 35% U.S. tariff on its exports has exposed critical flaws in its negotiation approach, most notably the exclusion of private sector stakeholders. As the country confronts steep new duties, it is clear that future talks must involve industry leaders, trade experts and lobbyists. Throughout the negotiation window, the government operated […]