BJP’s Eastern mandate could help New Delhi open new foreign policy doors in region
Elections have political consequences; when they occur in border states, they also have foreign policy implications. Divergences between the Centre and border states have long complicated India’s neighbourhood policy.
Bangladesh’s fragile new order unsettles India
One year after Hasina’s fall, Dhaka drifts between unrest and recalibration, while India faces lost leverage and a hostile flank.
Bangladesh voters backed a key reforms charter. Its implementation will be a challenge
70% of Bangladesh’s voters voted “yes” on a referendum on the July National Charter, which proposes around 80 major legal and constitutional reforms. But with the BNP differing from it […]
Expert Explains | Bangladesh’s February 12 elections are a chance at a fresh start for all parties
Bangladesh’s first palpably free and fair election in 17 years will also be accompanied by a constitutional referendum — a yes/no vote on the July National Charter
Exorcise ghosts of the past to reset ties with Dhaka
Not only must New Delhi ignore peripheral noises from both sides of the border, it must leverage the mutual need for stability and show openness
Grand Strategy | Will Jamaat bring ‘winter’ to Bangladesh?
In the name of stability and to balance regional power, Washington has shown a certain willingness to work with Jamaat.