Geopolits - China And Pacific Region Archives

India-Pakistan’s Deep-Rooted Rivalry Shaping South Asia

April 2, 2025April 2, 2025

The ongoing tension between India and Pakistan isn’t just a political and military issue—it carries a massive economic price tag. Research shows that if both nations normalized trade, Pakistan’s exports could surge by 80%, adding a potential $25 billion to its economy based on 2022 figures. India alone accounts for 85% of Pakistan’s untapped trade potential, making the economic loss even more glaring.

Trump’s Geopolitics in a 2nd Term is a Strategic Reckoning

April 1, 2025April 1, 2025

Trump’s foreign policy, outlined in the Interim National Defense Strategic Guidance, represents a bold shift in American power. By focusing on China and the Indo-Pacific, he aims to address what he sees as the biggest geopolitical challenge of the 21st century, believing that pulling back from other regions will be worth it.

How Greenland Becomes the Icy Prize Trump Wants, Denmark Can’t Unlock, and the World Can’t Ignore

March 29, 2025March 29, 2025

Trump’s idea is really stirring things up. It If the U.S. took control, it could turn the Arctic into a military area, angering Russia, which has a large fleet there. It could boost mining and possibly double Greenland’s economy in ten years, but it could also harm the environment—melting ice already releases 400 billion tons of water into the sea each year. Denmark could suffer, losing 1% of its economy tied to Greenland, which might lead to a nationalist reaction. Globally, it could make taking land seem acceptable again, weakening international rules. For Greenland, it could speed up the push for independence to avoid U.S. control, but without Danish financial support, its fishing industry wouldn’t be enough to survive.

A Closer Look at China-Bangladesh Relations through the Joint Press Release

March 28, 2025March 29, 2025

Behind the promises of cooperation, China has its own long-term goals. One key objective is securing a strong position in the Bay of Bengal. By modernising Mongla Port and expanding BRI-related projects, China is making sure it has better trade and possibly even military access to the Indian Ocean. The statement’s talk about “smart port construction” and “logistics connectivity” could mean that China is planning to develop dual-use infrastructure, similar to what it did in Gwadar (Pakistan) and Hambantota (Sri Lanka). This could make Bangladesh a central part of China’s regional strategy, but it also risks dragging Dhaka into the China-India rivalry.

Categories: America / China and Pacific region / Indo-Pacific regions / South Asia

Starlink in Bangladesh: The Intersection of Technology, Geopolitics, and Economic Goals

March 28, 2025March 30, 2025

Starlink’s impact on Bangladesh could go in different directions. In a best-case scenario, it could help close the digital gap, connecting 20 million rural homes by 2030. This would boost freelance earnings by $5 billion by 2030 and increase GDP growth by 1.5% annually. However, there is also a risk that China could respond by pulling back from BRI projects, while India might tighten border security. Domestically, Starlink’s high cost could deepen economic inequality, making internet access even more of a privilege.

The Legacy Western Media is a Tool of the Deep State Undermining Society

March 26, 2025March 30, 2025

Governance becomes untenable when media prioritizes sensationalism over facts. The Iraq War provides a stark example. Legacy media uncritically amplified fabricated claims of weapons of mass destruction (WMDs), with The New York Times running front-page articles based on anonymous intelligence sources. The truth was different: UN inspector Hans Blix found no WMDs before the 2003 invasion, yet by 2004, a PIPA study showed 57% of Americans still believed Iraq possessed such weapons—a testament to the media’s influence. The consequence? Over 4,000 US troops and 100,000+ Iraqi civilians perished, while trust in Western governance eroded. By 2007, only 19% of Britons trusted their government, per Ipsos Mori.

The media’s role in exacerbating racial tensions became glaring in the wake of the 2020 George Floyd riots. While outlets like CNN and The Guardian highlighted police brutality, they largely ignored the widespread rioting that caused $2 billion in damages, as estimated by AXA Insurance. The selective narrative deepened racial divisions; a Pew Research poll found that by year’s end, 73% of white Americans felt race relations had worsened, up from 44% before Floyd’s death. Rather than fostering understanding, the media amplified discord.

Why ASEAN is More Important Than an Asian NATO for Bangladesh

March 15, 2025March 30, 2025

In this geopolitical performance, the Quadrilateral Security Dialogue—referred to as the Quad—might find itself overshadowed. Consisting of the United States, Japan, Australia, and India, the Quad was envisioned to contain Chinese rise in Indo-Pacific. However, Trump, always the unconventional director, appears inclined to bypass this group, opting instead for individual negotiations with key Pacific players such as Japan and the Philippines. Envision a series of clandestine gatherings in elegantly decorated chambers adorned with bamboo, where offerings of military prowess and economic incentives are presented like scrumptious tropical fruits. The objective? To establish a new military alliance, often likened to an “Asian NATO,” serving as a barrier against the expanding influence of China. This development unfolds akin to a captivating plot twist in a sophisticated theatrical production, holding the potential to significantly alter the geopolitical landscape of the region.

Elon Musk’s Minimal Government, Maximum Governance Can be a Game-Changer for Bangladesh

February 25, 2025March 30, 2025

Musk’s philosophy or one can say, Muskist philosophy is built on a first-principles approach—breaking complex systems down to their fundamental truths and rebuilding them for efficiency. Applying this to government, he envisions a system devoid of bureaucratic bloat, where overregulation, inefficiencies, and budgetary excesses are mercilessly excised in favour of lean, data-driven decision-making. The American permitting process, for instance, has frequently found itself in Musk’s crosshairs. Whether it’s securing approval for a new Gigafactory or launching Starship into orbit, Musk has openly criticised the sluggish pace of government agencies that take years to do what private companies achieve in months. In one particularly pointed remark, he noted that bureaucracies operate under the assumption that adding layers of oversight always improves outcomes, whereas in reality, it often achieves the opposite.

Categories: America / China and Pacific region / Indo-Pacific regions / South Asia

The Role of Think Tanks in Legitimizing CIA-Backed Regime Change Operations

February 7, 2025March 31, 2025

If history is any guide, these think tanks will continue to provide intellectual cover for future regime change operations. Perhaps tomorrow’s target will be Venezuela, where think tank reports have long painted Nicolás Maduro as an existential threat to regional stability. Or maybe it will be Iran again, where “experts” routinely warn about the dangers of its nuclear program, conveniently ignoring the long history of U.S. meddling in Iranian affairs. Wherever the next intervention occurs, one can be sure that a glossy think tank report will be there to justify it.

The Rise of AI and the Future of Geopolitical Inequality from Bangladesh’s Perspective

January 23, 2025March 31, 2025

Bangladesh’s economy stands at a junction where AI could become a game-changer. With targeted efforts in textiles, healthcare, defence, and agriculture, the country could unlock new efficiencies and innovations. Developing AI systems tailored to local languages and cultures would amplify these benefits, turning linguistic diversity into a geopolitical asset. However, infrastructure gaps, skill shortages, and limited R&D investments are roadblocks that cannot be ignored. Addressing ethical concerns, such as data privacy and algorithmic fairness, will also be key to ensuring that AI’s benefits are equitably distributed.

Categories: America / China and Pacific region / South Asia