India’s Geopolitical Catch-22 and the Emerging Opportunities for Bangladesh
Reading Time: 3 minutesThe latest tariff clash between Washington and New Delhi exposes a dilemma India can no longer evade. For more than two years, India has been the single largest beneficiary of discounted Russian oil, cushioning inflationary shocks while sustaining rapid industrial growth. But in doing so, India has tethered itself more Continue Reading
Bangladesh, Malaysia Sign Landmark Defence Cooperation MoU, Boosting Strategic Partnership
Reading Time: 2 minutesMalaysia and Bangladesh have taken a major step in strengthening their bilateral relations with the signing of a landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on Defence Cooperation, underscoring a growing strategic partnership between the two South and Southeast Asian nations. The MoU signed on 12 August 2025 among eight agreements signed Continue Reading
Bangladesh recalibrates foreign policy with balanced, interest-driven diplomacy
Reading Time: 3 minutesBangladesh has adopted a distinctly balanced and pragmatic foreign policy over the past year, prioritising national interest, reciprocity, and constructive engagement with all major global and regional powers, Foreign Affairs Adviser Md Touhid Hossain has said. In an exclusive interview, Hossain described the government’s approach as “Bangladesh-centric” and guided by Continue Reading
China Replaces India as Bangladesh’s Key Medical Tourism Partner
Reading Time: 4 minutesFor years, India was the first—and often only—destination for Bangladeshis seeking medical treatment abroad. Affordable, accessible, and equipped with a vast network of tertiary hospitals, India served as a natural extension of Bangladesh’s constrained healthcare system. However, by mid-2025, a fundamental shift is underway: China has emerged as the new Continue Reading
Türkiye Emerges as Strategic Defence Partner for Bangladesh
Reading Time: 3 minutesBangladesh is increasingly turning to Türkiye as a key defence partner, signalling a shift in its strategic alliances within South Asia. This burgeoning partnership encompasses military procurement, technology transfer, and joint industrial ventures, potentially positioning Türkiye as a significant alternative to traditional suppliers such as India. Deepening Defence Ties Recent Continue Reading