Review – India’s Near East
Paliwal sheds much needed light on seven decades of India’s policies towards its near east, but overlooks the role of communal policies and global power shifts.
Opinion – Sovereignty First: US Support on Bangladesh’s Terms
The movement’s demands reflect a broader struggle of how Bangladesh can shape its own democratic path without falling under the sway of global powers, especially the US.
Opinion – The BNP’s Dilemma in Bangladesh’s New Political Landscape
The BNP’s current diplomatic engagement with India embodies a complex struggle for identity, authority, and a meaningful connection with the electorate.
The Next Challenge for Bangladesh’s 2024 Uprising
Arendt’s concept of natality provides a valuable framework as it emphasizes the need for ongoing creativity, engagement, and the establishment of new possibilities.
Opinion – The Future of the Bangladesh Awami League
The question of whether Bangladesh’s political future will be shaped by language or by goals will define the path to reconciliation in the years to come.
Opinion – Injustice Paves the Way for Revolution: Lessons from Bangladesh
Bangladesh’s recent revolution is a powerful reminder that injustices, when left unchecked, inevitably sow the seeds of resistance and rebellion.
Interview – Mohammad Tarikul Islam
Tarik Islam discusses participatory rural development, the importance of citizen participation, localizing the SDGs in Bangladesh and the need for non-traditional methodologies.
Decolonising Queer Bangladesh: Neoliberalism Against LGBTQ+ Emancipation
While international solidarity is important and Western allies can provide much-needed security, it is vital for queer activism itself to be grounded in decolonisation.
The Geopolitics of the 2018 Parliamentary Elections in Bangladesh
Human rights, freedom of speech and political equality are likely to remain under pressure even while the West is likely to continue its support for dissents and critics.
Silent Birangonas: Sexual Violence, Women’s Voices and Male Conflict Narratives
The experience of Bangladesh’s Birangona women show the influence of gendered narratives of war, culture and nationalism in conflict.
