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Bangladesh
Political Violence Grows in Bangladesh
By Ankit Panda
Plus, India's DRDO sacks its head, Afghanistan and Pakistan relations, PLA infantry, and more. Weekend links.
Bangladesh: Asia's New Energy Superpower?
By Jack Detsch
After a favorable UN settlement in June, Bangladesh stumbled upon a wealth of energy. Will investors buy in?
Abe Trades Investment for Security Council Seat
By Clint Richards
Japan will use a return to the Council as another means to counter China’s regional assertiveness.
Another Overcrowded Bangladesh Ferry Sinks
By Kelwin Choi
Over half of the 250 passengers are accounted for and presumed dead.
Bangladesh Wants to Join BRICS Bank
By Zachary Keck
Bangladesh wants to join the new BRICS development bank as a founding member.
How South Asia Resolves Maritime Disputes
By Zachary Keck
South Asia’s use of international tribunals to settle maritime disputes should be emulated in East Asia.
International Court Rules in Favor of Bangladesh on Maritime Dispute With India
By Ankit Panda
The two South Asian neighbors resolved a long-standing maritime dispute.
Microfinance Faces Uncertain Future in Bangladesh
By Ankit Panda
The Bangladesh government should reevaluate its pursuit to regulate and nationalize the operations of the Grameen Bank.
Islamic Fundamentalists Terrorize Minorities in Bangladesh
By Sanjay Kumar
Bangladesh's minorities have suffered a series of rapes, arson and vandalism at the hands of Jamaat-e-Islami.
For Bangladesh, Elections Bring Little Relief
By Sanjay Kumar
The Diplomat's Sanjay Kumar reports from Dhaka on the outcome of the Bangladesh election.
With Pricey Naval Revamp, Bangladesh Can’t Afford to Fail
Bangladesh is one of the world’s poorest countries. But can it afford not to revamp its fledgling Navy?
Record-High Afghan Opium Harvest Ahead of NATO Withdrawal
Some South Asia links and reading ahead of the weekend.