Is the Venezuela operation part of a US–China power struggle?
8 January 2026, 06:59 AM
Slow Reads
Can any power now kidnap a head of state?
7 January 2026, 06:38 AM
Slow Reads
Myanmar’s hollow election: Rohingyas’ fate and Bangladesh’s geopolitical stake
24 December 2025, 10:00 AM
Slow Reads
Why global crises are pushing the world towards renewables
9 July 2025, 05:00 AM
Opinion
The BRICS equation behind the Israel-Iran conflict
9 July 2025, 03:00 AM
Opinion
Bangladesh and India's new strategic dilemma
2 July 2025, 03:00 AM
Opinion
Israel manipulated the US into war
25 June 2025, 04:00 AM
Opinion
Israel-Iran conflict: The outcome depends on the US
18 June 2025, 02:00 AM
Opinion
Disinformation and the Israel-Iran conflict
17 June 2025, 08:50 AM
Opinion
Is Trump’s approach to the Russia-Ukraine war a geopolitical gamble or a strategic withdrawal?
28 May 2025, 05:00 AM
Opinion
Rising tariffs may lead to a global recession
The impact of the seismic shift in the global economy caused by Trump’s reciprocal tariffs is as immediate as it is personal.
9 April 2025, 06:00 AM
What should be our game plan to tackle global volatility?
Mustafizur Rahman, distinguished fellow at the Centre for Policy Dialogue (CPD), speaks to Ramisa Rob of The Daily Star about how Bangladesh can navigate the current challenges.
9 April 2025, 02:00 AM
Trump, trade wars, tariffs, and a new world order
The US president's overarching policies regarding trade and foreign affairs has not altered since his first term.
19 March 2025, 06:00 AM
The dragon and the delta
A new chapter in Bangladesh-China relations
19 March 2025, 04:00 AM
US exit from Ukraine: A turning point in global power struggles
The recent developments surrounding the US’ withdrawal from its active support for Ukraine are set to have profound geopolitical ramifications.
12 March 2025, 09:00 AM
Trump and Zelensky: Is the damage irreparable?
For Trump, it’s always, “What’s in it for me?”
5 March 2025, 05:00 AM
Why Palestinians are now worried about the ceasefire
Palestine is at an immensely fragile position, where the ceasefire deal—a deal largely made by the US—could bring us back to square one.
4 March 2025, 18:00 PM
Analysing India-US relations under Trump 2.0
In an unusual diplomatic move, Modi publicly assured Trump that India would take back undocumented Indian migrants from the US.
26 February 2025, 07:00 AM
How Bangladesh can navigate the geopolitical crossroads
In the new geopolitical order, Bangladesh must seize the emerging economic opportunities.
19 February 2025, 02:00 AM
A policy of indifference
Trump remains adamant and defiant with his nationalist policy.
12 February 2025, 05:00 AM
What should Bangladesh’s foreign policy be in the changing world order?
Cool-headed rationality standing with feet on the bedrock of pragmatic realism.
12 February 2025, 03:00 AM
What to expect from Netanyahu’s visit with Trump
The Trump administration is pushing for Israeli hegemony.
5 February 2025, 05:00 AM
A golden opportunity for Bangladesh?
Bangladesh has always been a viable destination for Chinese firms as it offers some significant benefits that Chinese companies enjoy at home.
5 February 2025, 03:00 AM
Geopolitics in the age of Trump: Have we been here before?
Will the 21st century move towards a world war like the 20th century?
22 January 2025, 07:00 AM
The ceasefire that couldn't heal: Reflections from a survivor
I can’t forget the days in Gaza’s hospitals—the sight of dismembered children and the cries from phosphorus burns.
22 January 2025, 02:10 AM
Another year of devastation for the Palestinians
Violent clashes between settlers and Palestinians have resulted in multiple fatalities throughout 2024.
15 January 2025, 05:00 AM
How Trump’s resurgence could affect the global order
Will Trump pressure Gulf states to sever ties with China, risking economic fallout?
15 January 2025, 03:00 AM
Russia-Ukraine conflict and the shifting alliances in Central Asia
The war between Russia and Ukraine has become a major geopolitical crisis of the 21st century.
8 January 2025, 07:00 AM
How Trump's economic policies will impact South Asia
Bangladesh will encounter various challenges and opportunities during Trump's second term.
8 January 2025, 02:10 AM
A message from one neighbour to another
Indians must hold their media accountable, and they must treat their neighbours as they want to be treated themselves.
2 January 2025, 02:10 AM