India once held a commanding presence in South Asia: economically, politically and culturally. But in recent years, it has watched its influence erode across the region. From Bangladesh and Nepal to the Maldives and Sri Lanka, the neighborhood is tilting steadily toward China. In response, India must act decisively and strategically. It must stop taking […]
Pakistan was the wealthiest country in South Asia in 1973. Today, it is the poorest, with per capita income lagging far behind neighboring India, Bangladesh and Sri Lanka. The dramatic decline over five decades is attributed to unchecked population growth and decades of poor economic policy, according to a new report from the Atlantic Council. […]
The proposed humanitarian corridor from Bangladesh into Myanmar’s Rakhine State may appear noble in intention, but beneath its humanitarian gloss lies a perilous path that threatens Bangladesh’s security, sovereignty and long-term national interest. Despite well-meaning international appeals, Dhaka must abandon this plan unequivocally and without delay. At its core, the corridor risks dragging Bangladesh into […]
Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s recent vow that “no power on Earth” can stop India from punishing Pakistan for terrorism isn’t strength. It is reckless political theatre. At a rally in Bikaner, Modi dismissed global concerns about nuclear escalation, stating that India “will not be deterred by scaremongering about the use of atom bomb.” This is […]
In the aftermath of Pakistan’s most serious military standoff with India in decades, the country has elevated Army Chief Gen. Asim Munir to the rank of field marshal, the highest military designation in the nation’s armed forces. While such recognition for defending national sovereignty is understandable, it also underscores a deeper problem Pakistan has yet […]
Former President Donald Trump has called on Apple to prioritize American manufacturing over expanding its operations in India, telling CEO Tim Cook that the company should invest more heavily at home after years of building products in China. “I said to Tim, I said, ‘Tim, we treated you really good, we put up with all […]
Remittance inflows are playing a growing role in driving innovation and productivity in South Asia, according to a study examining their long-term economic impact. The report, titled Unveiling the Impact of Remittances on Productive Efficiencies, highlights how financial transfers from abroad are fueling more than just household consumption. They are increasingly linked to national economic […]
Bangladesh’s chief adviser called Monday for an integrated economic plan among Bangladesh, Nepal, Bhutan and India’s northeastern states, citing opportunities in hydropower, healthcare and cross-border infrastructure. Professor Muhammad Yunus made the remarks during a meeting with Indira Rana, the deputy speaker of Nepal’s parliament, who is visiting Bangladesh for an event hosted by the Nepalese […]
In the wake of an unspeakable tragedy, Himanshi Narwal stood up and said the one thing India needed most to hear: “We don’t want people going against Muslims or Kashmiris. We want peace and only peace. Of course, we want justice.” For this act of bravery, delivered through tears and unimaginable grief, she was met […]
As tensions between India and Pakistan flare once again, the specter of conflict between two nuclear-armed neighbors looms over South Asia. In this volatile environment, Bangladesh, geographically proximate and culturally intertwined with both nations, faces a critical diplomatic test. How Dhaka responds will not only shape its national security but also signal its maturity and […]
