Strategic Implications for Bangladesh Amid U.S. Warnings on China’s Military Posture
Reading Time: 4 minutesAt the Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore, U.S. Secretary of Defence Pete Hegseth issued a stern warning against any Chinese attempt to “conquer” Taiwan, declaring such actions would result in “devastating consequences” for the Indo-Pacific and the world. Emphasizing Asia as the Trump administration’s priority, Hegseth sought to reassure U.S. allies Continue Reading
Bangladesh Should Join China-Led Global Mediation Initiative
Reading Time: 3 minutesBangladesh Should Join China-Led Global Mediation Initiative to Counter Regional Pressure and Assert Strategic Autonomy. Bangladesh faces a complex strategic environment shaped by its geography and the conduct of neighbouring powers. It shares borders with both India and Myanmar. Relations with each remain delicate, influenced by unresolved disputes, cross-border security Continue Reading
Bangladesh-Japan advance strategic security ties
Reading Time: 2 minutesBangladesh and Japan have reaffirmed their commitment to advancing bilateral defence and security cooperation, with a focus on maritime security, strategic dialogue, and defence technology transfer. The announcements were made during the official visit of Bangladesh’s Foreign Minister to Tokyo in 30 May 2025, marking a notable step forward in Continue Reading
From Liberation to Leverage: The Arc of Bangladesh–India Economic Relations
Reading Time: 3 minutesSince the independence of Bangladesh in 1971, trade relations with India have followed a complex trajectory shaped by geopolitics, structural inequalities, and diverging economic priorities. The early years, especially from 1972 onward, were grounded in political goodwill, marked by the signing of the Treaty of Friendship, Cooperation and Peace. However, Continue Reading
Bangladesh Plans Border-Based Aid Mission to Support Rohingya in Arakan
Reading Time: 5 minutesBangladesh is in the advanced stages of planning a complex humanitarian operation aimed at delivering vital aid to Rohingya communities trapped in the conflict-affected northern Arakan (Rakhine State, Myanmar). The mission, still firmly in its planning and coordination phase, underscores Dhaka’s commitment to managing the protracted Rohingya crisis while maintaining Continue Reading