Strategic Autonomy and Pragmatic Engagement: Rethinking Bangladesh–Pakistan Relations
Reading Time: 8 minutesThe trajectory of Bangladesh’s foreign policy since independence in 1971 has been defined by pragmatism, restraint, and a persistent drive to protect its sovereignty. Anchored in the constitutional principle of “friendship to all, malice toward none,” Dhaka’s foreign relations have sought to strike a careful balance between neighbourhood sensitivities and Continue Reading
South Korea’s Nuclear Calculus: Implications for Regional Stability and Lessons for Bangladesh
Reading Time: 8 minutesSouth Korea is increasingly reconsidering its long-standing non-nuclear stance due to the growing unreliability of U.S. extended deterrence, North Korea’s evolving nuclear threat, and shifting regional dynamics. This brief outlines the motivations behind Seoul’s strategic calculations, assesses the feasibility of an indigenous nuclear programme, explores the regional and global repercussions Continue Reading
Myanmar’s JF-17 Fighter Jets Grounded Amid Conflict and Maintenance Woes
Reading Time: 3 minutesThe Myanmar Air Force (MAF) has grounded its fleet of JF-17 Thunder fighter jets, raising questions about the viability of the Sino-Pakistani aircraft and casting a spotlight on the operational stresses faced by the military amidst the country’s ongoing civil conflict. Originally introduced into Myanmar’s inventory in 2018, the JF-17 Continue Reading
India–Türkiye Rift Risks Regional Realignment and Strategic Isolation
Reading Time: 4 minutesMounting tensions between India and Türkiye are ushering in what analysts are calling a strategic recalibration in South Asia. Türkiye’s deepening military ties with Pakistan and Bangladesh now threaten to erode India’s influence and further complicate its already fragile regional security environment. While Türkiye remains a NATO member, India’s confrontational Continue Reading
Foreign Investments in Bangladesh’s Sea Ports: Risk Assessment Analysis
Reading Time: 5 minutesBangladesh’s economic trajectory over the past two decades has been defined by rapid industrialisation, export-oriented growth, and a rising volume of international trade. As a geographically strategic nation at the crossroads of South and Southeast Asia, Bangladesh’s maritime infrastructure is critical to sustaining its development momentum. The Chattogram, Mongla, and Continue Reading