Humanitarian Corridor for Repatriation of Rohingyas to Myanmar: The Simplified Facts
Reading Time: 5 minutesThe Rohingya crisis, arising from systemic persecution and violence against the Rohingya Muslim minority in Myanmar’s Rakhine State, has evolved into one of the most acute humanitarian emergencies in South Asia. Since August 2017, an estimated 700,000 Rohingya have fled mass atrocities perpetrated by Myanmar’s military, seeking refuge primarily in Continue Reading
Bangladesh Army evaluates new generation MBTs
Reading Time: 4 minutesKey Points The Bangladesh Army’s evaluation of 44 MBTs, 4 ARVs, spares, training, and munitions focuses on three key candidates: Balancing performance, cost, and geopolitical considerations will guide Bangladesh’s decision for its armoured future. Overview of the Tanks Altay K2 Black Panther VT-4 Technical Comparison Feature Altay K2 Black Panther Continue Reading
Foreign Secretary Md Jashim Uddin’s Sudden Exit: Diplomacy, Dissent, and Strategic Discord
Reading Time: 4 minutesKey Points: Md Jashim Uddin’s tenure as Bangladesh’s Foreign Secretary, which began in September 2024, appears set to conclude abruptly, marred by internal dissent, public scrutiny, and contentious foreign policy decisions. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) is now preparing for a leadership transition, with Dr Nazrul Islam, Secretary (East), Continue Reading
Why the Bangladesh Air Force Requires a High–Low Mix of Eurofighter Tranche 3+ and J-10CE
Reading Time: 5 minutesHighlights The evolving security landscape of the Indo-Pacific region demands that middle-power nations like Bangladesh structure their armed forces with a careful balance of capability, affordability, and strategic foresight. For the Bangladesh Air Force (BAF), this means avoiding a one-size-fits-all procurement philosophy. Instead, the adoption of a high–low mix of Continue Reading
Chandan Nandy Exposed: A Technical Analysis of Baseless Claims and Disinformation
Reading Time: 15 minutesIn the complex and often volatile sphere of South Asian geopolitics, accurate information and credible analysis are paramount. Unfortunately, this terrain is also riddled with disinformation and unsubstantiated claims that can inflame tensions and distort public understanding. One prolific voice making repeated claims regarding Bangladesh’s military and intelligence activities is Continue Reading