Tag: Bangladesh-India relations
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What Tarique Rahman’s Return Means for Bangladesh-India Ties
Overview: Tarique Rahman’s Return and the Bilateral Context The return of Tarique Rahman, a senior figure in Bangladesh’s opposition and the de facto leader of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP), is shaping the political weather as 2025 ends. His presence in the country—alongside the BNP’s leadership and strategy—has potential ramifications for Bangladesh’s engagement with regional…
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What Tarique Rahman’s Return Could Mean for Bangladesh-India Ties
Overview: Tarique Rahman’s Return in a Complex Regional Map The return of Tarique Rahman, a central figure in Bangladesh’s opposition and a son of former prime minister Khaleda Zia, is shaping how Dhaka navigates its most consequential external relationship: ties with India. As Bangladesh faces domestic political contestation, security challenges, and evolving economic concerns, observers…
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Commentary: How the Assassination Changes the Stakes for Bangladesh and India Ahead of the 2026 Election
Context: A Nation at a Crucial Juncture The planned general election in Bangladesh on February 12, 2026, arrives amid a climate of heightened tension following deadly clashes that contributed to the fall of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina’s government. Political stability is a central goal for many Bangladeshis who hope the electoral process will restore…
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Bangladesh Rejects MEA Comments Over Hindu Extremist Demonstration at New Delhi High Commission
Background: The New Delhi Demonstration In December 2025, a group of demonstrators gathered in front of the Bangladesh High Commission in New Delhi, drawing scrutiny from both sides of the border. The protest, which some observers characterized as having nationalist or Hindu-extremist overtones, prompted a statement from India’s Ministry of External Affairs (MEA). The MEA…