Tag: history

Arakan Army’s Provocations: Resolution Lies in Firm Stance

September 22, 2025

HRM Rokan Uddin The Arakan region (today’s Rakhine State of Myanmar) has been deeply connected with Bengal for centuries. There were strong bonds of trade, culture, and migration between the coastal belts of Chittagong and Arakan. During the medieval period, the Sultans of Bengal maintained close ties with the Arakanese kingdom. Sufi saints, traders, and … More Arakan Army’s Provocations: Resolution Lies in Firm Stance

No More Compromise: Through justice, the honor of the Armed Forces will be reborn

September 16, 2025

By Brig Gen (retd) HRM Rokan Uddin, psc The history of every nation is shaped not only by its victories but also by its betrayals. Bangladesh is no different. Our beloved armed forces, born out of sacrifice, discipline, and patriotism, have been our shield in war and our pride in peace. Yet, there have been … More No More Compromise: Through justice, the honor of the Armed Forces will be reborn

The Rampant Corruption among Leaders: A National Moral Crisis

September 15, 2025

Corruption, a disease that gnaws at the very fabric of society, has unfortunately become a common affair among our nation’s leaders. The involvement of forces chiefs, various department heads, members of parliament, and ministers in corrupt activities is not only alarming but also indicative of a severe moral degradation within our nation. The frequent evasion … More The Rampant Corruption among Leaders: A National Moral Crisis

India-Bangladesh: The Strained Relationship beneath a Complex History

August 7, 2025

In December 1971, India’s intervention in the Bangladesh Liberation War marked a critical moment in South Asia’s history. With the support of Indian forces, Bangladesh achieved independence after nine grueling months of war against Pakistan, bringing an end to a brutal campaign of genocide and displacement. India’s role in the independence of Bangladesh was pivotal, … More India-Bangladesh: The Strained Relationship beneath a Complex History

A Nation in Crisis: Time for Decisive Action to Restore Law and Order

August 5, 2025

-Brig Gen (Retd) HRM Rokan Uddin, psc. phD Over the past sixteen years, Bangladesh witnessed countless incidents of unspeakable brutality under a tyrannical regime that ruled through fear, partisan violence, and systemic impunity. Among those tragedies, one incident still burns in the memory of the nation: the brutal killing of Biswajeet Das, a humble tailor, … More A Nation in Crisis: Time for Decisive Action to Restore Law and Order

Fractured Brotherhood: The Thailand–Cambodia Conflict and Its Regional Reverberations

July 29, 2025

By Brig Gen (Retd) HRM Rokan Uddin, psc, PhD The recent fallout between Thai Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra and former Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Sen—dramatically exposed through a leaked phone call and a scathing Facebook Live broadcast—has drawn back the curtain on what many viewed as an enduring alliance of political convenience. What was once … More Fractured Brotherhood: The Thailand–Cambodia Conflict and Its Regional Reverberations

India’s Aggressive Posture: Strategic Concerns for Bangladesh

July 18, 2025

By Brig Gen (retd) HRM Rokan Uddin, psc For over a decade and a half, Bangladesh’s internal political dynamics have been heavily influenced by external patronage—most notably by India. The Hasina-led Awami League government, in power for 16 consecutive years since 2009, had developed an overtly submissive foreign policy toward India. Under her leadership, a … More India’s Aggressive Posture: Strategic Concerns for Bangladesh

Rethinking National Security: Emerging Threats and Strategic Imperatives

July 14, 2025

By Brig Gen (retd) HRM Rokan Uddin, psc Introduction In the ever-evolving landscape of 21st-century geopolitics, national security is no longer confined to traditional military threats. For a strategically located country like Bangladesh—nestled between two regional powers, India and China, and within proximity of the volatile Bay of Bengal—the scope and complexity of national security … More Rethinking National Security: Emerging Threats and Strategic Imperatives

Bangladesh under Fire: Sovereignty at Stake

July 7, 2025

-By Brig Gen (Retd) HRM Rokan Uddin, psc, phd Since the fall of Sheikh Hasina’s authoritarian regime in August 2024, Bangladesh has entered a critical phase in its national life. The transitional government, under the leadership of Dr. Muhammad Yunus, has been working to stabilize the country, reform key institutions, and pave the way for … More Bangladesh under Fire: Sovereignty at Stake

Unveiling the Hypocrisy of India’s Secularism: A Nation Ensnared by Fundamentalism and Intolerance

June 2, 2025

India, often hailed as the world’s largest democracy and a secular nation, has long projected an image of tolerance, inclusivity, and pluralism. However, beneath this carefully constructed veneer lies a nation that is increasingly driven by an extremist ideology, Hindutva, which is fundamentally at odds with the values of democracy, secularism, and equality. The ruling … More Unveiling the Hypocrisy of India’s Secularism: A Nation Ensnared by Fundamentalism and Intolerance