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The Rise of the National Citizen Party: A New Dawn in Bangladeshi Politics?
By Shafi Md Mostofa
A new political party formed by the students who led the July 2024 uprising represents a bold attempt to redefine Bangladeshi politics.
Why South Asian Militaries Need to Reduce Their Carbon Footprint
By Mahmud Hussain
South Asian militaries need to work cooperatively to build a regional climate security strategy.
Breaking the Promise? State Violence and Dehumanization in Post-Revolution Bangladesh
By Shafi Md Mostofa and Md Tariqul Islam Tanvir
With “Operation Devil Hunt,” the interim government risks repeating the mistakes of the erstwhile Awami League regime.
Without Reform, Bangladesh Risks Backsliding into Repression
By Yap Lay Sheng and John Quinley
The interim government must dismantle entrenched structures of repression and impunity. Otherwise, the transition will be just a pause before the cycle of violence begins anew.
Crime Wave Sweeps Post-Hasina Bangladesh
By Saqlain Rizve
Not only are people vulnerable to crime but also, their faith in the interim government is eroding.
Beyond Terrorism: A Brief History of SAARC’s Failures
By Mohd Amdadul Haque
Long before the Uri attack doomed the regional grouping, SAARC was plagued by distrust and a lack of consensus.
Is Japan a Friend in Need or a Friend Indeed for Bangladesh?
By Munira Chowdhury
Japan has locked Bangladesh into decades of pollution and plunged the economy into relying on expensive coal and LNG imports. But there’s an opportunity for a change of direction.
The Complex Road to Extradition: Will India Agree to Send Sheikh Hasina Back to Bangladesh?
By Jannatul Naym Pieal
A legal scholar breaks down the various steps in the process of extradition – which is all the more complicated when an ex-prime minister is involved.
A False Dichotomy Regarding Reform Is Prolonging Bangladesh’s Path to Stabilization
By A.K.M. Wahiduzzaman
The interim administration is implying that elections are a deterrent to reform, as if Bangladesh has to choose one or the other.
UN Report Exposes Sheikh Hasina’s Commanding Role in Possible Crimes Against Humanity in Bangladesh
By Mubashar Hasan
The report will undermine the former prime minister’s international legitimacy further and likely complicate India’s relationship with the Awami League.
US Aid Freeze Devastates Some of the World’s Most Vulnerable: Rohingya Refugees
By Rohim Ullah
Rohingya refugees are already facing significant challenges due to a reduction in international support. The freeze in U.S. aid has forced many vital programs to shut down entirely.
Terrorism in Bangladesh: Political Manipulation, Ideological Roots, and Western Influence
By Shafi Md Mostofa
Interviews with individuals arrested for terrorism reveal how the issue of terrorism intertwines with West-centric narratives, ideological extremism, and the political strategies of the Awami League.
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