Repeated Attacks on Bangladesh Diplomatic Missions in India
Reading Time: 4 minutesThe protest outside the Bangladesh High Commission in New Delhi in December represents the third serious security incident involving Bangladesh diplomatic missions in India within a short span of time, following earlier attacks in Kolkata and Agartala, Tripura. When viewed collectively, these incidents indicate a troubling pattern rather than isolated Continue Reading
Bangladesh–US Defence Ties Set for Major Boost as Brent T. Christensen Confirmed as US Ambassador
Reading Time: 5 minutesBangladesh–United States defence relations are poised for renewed momentum following the confirmation of Brent T. Christensen as the 15th United States Ambassador to Bangladesh, a development widely viewed as strategically significant for bilateral military and security cooperation. Christensen’s confirmation by the US Senate comes at a time of evolving regional Continue Reading
Bangladesh Puts Onus on India Over Alleged Hosting of Terror Networks and Election Destabilisation
Reading Time: 2 minutesIndian High Commissioner to Bangladesh summoned over sheltering of anti-Bangladesh elements and assassination of Osman Hadi Bangladesh has underscored India’s regional responsibility to prevent its territory from being used for activities hostile to Dhaka, as authorities point to an alleged plot to disrupt the forthcoming parliamentary elections and warn of Continue Reading
Bangladesh Hints at Joining Bloc With China and Pakistan
Reading Time: 3 minutesBangladesh may be strategically positioned to join a regional bloc with China and Pakistan, excluding India, Foreign Affairs Adviser Md Touhid Hossain has said, signalling a potentially significant shift in South Asian geopolitics. Responding to a question at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs on Tuesday, Touhid noted that while such Continue Reading
Bangladesh’s Dual-Track Defence Strategy: Balancing Power in a Complex Region
Reading Time: 3 minutesBangladesh is quietly emerging as a regional military power, steadily enhancing its capabilities while navigating a complex web of geopolitical pressures. Its defence strategy is characterised by a dual-track approach that blends Chinese affordability with the technological sophistication of Western platforms. This method is not simply about acquiring weapons; it Continue Reading