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Bangladesh Politics
Ali Riaz on the Future of Bangladesh’s Politics
By Shannon Tiezzi
Despite Bangladesh’s slide toward a one-party autocracy, “the current trajectory is not destiny.”
The BNP’s Islamist Dilemma
By Saqlain Rizve
Will turning secular earn the Bangladesh Nationalist Party more support from New Delhi and Washington?
The Death of Democracy in Bangladesh
By Zarif Faiaz
With a fourth consecutive win in yet another uncompetitive race, the Awami League is on a path to destroy any opposition and dissent for good.
Bangladesh’s Opposition-Less Election Returns Hasina to Power
By Shannon Tiezzi
The result was never in doubt. The question of what comes next is more interesting.
How Social Media Will be Weaponized in Bangladesh’s Election
By Md. Sayeed Al-Zaman
As Bangladesh preps for its election, social media is overflowing with information – and being weaponized by political parties.
Economy Hangs in the Balance as Bangladesh’s Hasina Hangs on to Power
By M Niaz Asadullah
Some had hoped Bangladesh would be Asia's next tiger economy. Instead, it may be heading for a deep economic crisis, reversing years of gains.
What Lies Ahead for Bangladesh
By Aaqib Md Shatil
There are fears that after the flawed election, the country will descend to totalitarian rule.
Bangladesh’s Blueprint for Engineering an Election
By Ali Riaz
The ruling Awami League has taken lessons from the previous engineered polls in 2014 and 2018 to hone its strategy for 2024.
Bangladesh’s Make-or-Break Elections
By Smruti S. Pattanaik
The 2024 election is a matter of political survival for both the ruling Awami League and the opposition Bangladesh Nationalist Party.
Is India Repeating Its Maldives Mistake in Bangladesh?
By Mushfique Wadud
New Delhi’s perceived support for an unpopular incumbent is stoking the fires of anti-India sentiment in Bangladesh.
Who Benefits From Street Politics in Bangladesh?
By Mushfique Wadud
The BNP’s decision to go for all-out street protests could backfire.
Bangladesh’s Top Court Upholds Decision Barring Largest Islamist Party From Elections
By Julhas Alam
The Jamaat-e-Islami will not be able to contest upcoming elections. But it says it will continue to be politically active.