Priorities for the next government / Bangladesh’s old diplomacy won’t survive new realities
25 January 2026, 04:28 AM
Geopolitical Insights
Multilateralism in retreat: Will middle powers stand up to bullying?
3 February 2026, 08:00 AM
Geopolitical Insights
US global dominance and the Donroe Doctrine in the making
20 January 2026, 16:44 PM
Geopolitical Insights
Is the Venezuela operation part of a US–China power struggle?
8 January 2026, 06:59 AM
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Can any power now kidnap a head of state?
7 January 2026, 06:38 AM
Geopolitical Insights
Myanmar’s hollow election: Rohingyas’ fate and Bangladesh’s geopolitical stake
24 December 2025, 10:00 AM
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Why global crises are pushing the world towards renewables
9 July 2025, 05:00 AM
Geopolitical Insights
The BRICS equation behind the Israel-Iran conflict
9 July 2025, 03:00 AM
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Bangladesh and India's new strategic dilemma
2 July 2025, 03:00 AM
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Israel manipulated the US into war
25 June 2025, 04:00 AM
Geopolitical Insights
Lessons from history: Will Trump’s tariffs shake up world leadership?
Bangladesh’s cardinal lesson is to do what the US did in 1934.
26 April 2025, 05:00 AM
‘Israel's main mission is not combating terrorism, but destroying Gaza’
Both the US and Israel massively spy on each other.
26 April 2025, 03:00 AM
Trade, trust and transit between Bangladesh and India
The present uncertainty in Bangladesh-India relations, while concerning, also offers a rare opportunity to redefine the terms of engagement.
16 April 2025, 05:00 AM
March for Gaza in Bangladesh: A vital chapter in the fight for justice
The recent protests for Palestine in Bangladesh are a testament to the power of human empathy.
16 April 2025, 03:00 AM
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
Can Trump actually 'take over' Gaza?
International laws can't and won't stop him. So then, what can?
6 February 2025, 15:54 PM
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