Maj Gen HRM Rokan Uddin (Retd) There is a meaningful distinction between weathering a political movement and facing a death sentence, and this distinction sits at the heart of why Sheikh Hasina is unlikely to set foot in Bangladesh again. In the 1990s, and even during the army-backed caretaker period of 2007-08, she confronted political … More Why Sheikh Hasina Will Not Return: A Reality Check
Introduction The increasing integration of foreign nationals, particularly Indian citizens, into Bangladesh’s defense, civil, and technological sectors represents a complex challenge to national sovereignty. This issue, which has become more pronounced since 2009 under successive administrations, has raised alarms among security analysts, policymakers, and concerned citizens alike. The implications of these appointments extend beyond immediate … More The Presence of Foreign Nationals in Bangladesh’s Defense and Civil Institutions: A Security Concern
In the turbulent political landscape of Bangladesh, the ousting of Sheikh Hasina, the country’s longest-serving prime minister, marks a significant moment in both domestic and regional politics. The fall of Hasina, amid allegations of widespread discontent, brutal crackdowns, and a generational push for change, has left Bangladesh in a period of transition and uncertainty, with … More The Diplomatic Tug-of-War: Bangladesh’s Post-Hasina Era and Its Geopolitical Fallout
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