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Military, economic and diplomatic ties among China, Russia, Belarus, Iran and North Korea have deepened considerably in recent years. Yet despite their growing cooperation, there is…
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FOR small countries, membership in international associations can be particularly attractive. Being a part of some forum creates visibility. Membership in the club provides access to…
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A political movement referring to itself as the ‘Cockroach Janta Party’ might have easily been laughed off. The group was unorganised, without a renowned political dynasty…
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Three years ago, I used four animals—the dragon, eagle, elephant and tiger—to describe the competing ambitions shaping South Asia. The dragon represented China, the eagle the…
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As great-power rivalry reshapes global politics, Bangladesh's greatest strategic advantage lies not in choosing sides but in building resilient institutions, diversifying partnerships and practising disciplined multi-alignment…
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Every year on July 14, France celebrates its national day—Bastille Day. This day is dedicated to the ideals of freedom, citizenship, and republicanism. For Bangladesh, this…
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Once again, Bangladesh finds itself amid South Asia’s geopolitical discourse. The discussions over the Teesta River project, the reports on potential purchase of Chinese fighter jets,…
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Development-related issues in Bangladesh have been dominated by policy questions throughout recent decades. Government after government promised to enact ambitious plans, launch projects, develop strategies, and…
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250 years after the Declaration of Independence, America remains the world’s most influential military power, one of its largest economies, and the principal architect of much…
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Prime Minister Tarique Rahman’s visit to China is an important milestone in Bangladesh’s foreign policy. While the agreements signed on trade, investment and connectivity are vital,…
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INTERNATIONAL politics in the twentieth century was shaped by the choices of great powers. Empires grew and collapsed; superpowers waged war; alliances rose and broke up.…
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For decades, the entire global trading system was based on a rather simple premise: economics was expected eventually to prevail over politics. Countries would specialise in…
