Why Bangladesh Must Now Sign ACSA and GSOMIA with the United States
Reading Time: 2 minutesBangladesh is rapidly approaching a critical inflection point in its military and strategic evolution. To modernise the armed forces, safeguard national sovereignty, and establish a credible presence in the Indo-Pacific, Dhaka must act decisively and sign the Acquisition and Cross-Servicing Agreement (ACSA) and the General Security of Military Information Agreement Continue Reading
Bangladesh’s Political Blind Spot: National Security
Reading Time: 19 minutesDespite Bangladesh’s unique geopolitical position and the multifaceted threats posed by regional powers, its political parties have largely remained indifferent to the imperatives of national security and defence policy. While economic development and electoral theatrics dominate public discourse, real and present dangers from India and Myanmar continue to fester unchallenged. Continue Reading