Bangladesh

“The past is the past, and we don’t want to remain stuck there.”

Despite their legacy of activism – including during the July Revolution – Bangladesh’s leftist groups remain marginalized in the broader political discourse.

After a long period of military rule, the military’s overt role in politics has diminished since the 1990s – as evidenced by its restrained role during the revolution of July-August 2024.

The emergence of a third force in Bangladesh politics has disrupted the two-party system and could invigorate participatory democracy.

Sections in post-Hasina Bangladesh want to "rescue" the Awami League’s usurpation of the Liberation War’s history. Others question the Liberation War itself.

As the National Citizens’ Committee evolves into a political party it will face challenges establishing its own place in a deeply polarized political arena.

Following the ouster of Sheikh Hasina, Bangladesh and Pakistan appear to be on the path toward rapprochement.

A survivor of enforced disappearance under Sheikh Hasina returns home after over six years to see if the country’s political and social landscape has truly changed.

While the government transition has exposed underlying tensions, it also presents an opportunity for both nations to redefine their relationship on more equitable and inclusive terms. 

India’s Hindu nationalist symbols and slogans are gaining popularity in Muslim-majority Bangladesh.

Disinformation, misinformation, and structured social media propaganda have posed significant challenges for Dr. Muhammad Yunus’ interim government in Bangladesh.

Every major step taken during the Hasina administration is now subject to change – including Bangladesh’s first formalized military modernization blueprint.