The trajectory of geopolitics in this particular region will be dependent upon the manner in which these two dominant powers, the US and China, navigate their interactions, alongside the strategic calculations made by other regional stakeholders, including Japan, Australia, India, and ASEAN, as they seek to maintain a balance between their interests and alliances. Several pivotal factors that will influence the geopolitical landscape encompass trade, security, climate change, and human rights. It is probable that the United States and its Western allies will endeavour to uphold their presence and exert their influence in the region, while China will persist in asserting its territorial claims and pursuing its interests, particularly in the South China Sea and Taiwan. The likelihood of conflict or cooperation will be contingent upon the manner in which both parties navigate their disparities and establish shared interests.
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Bangladesh Gets Russian Support Amid Western Interference in Domestic Politics
The Bangladesh Awami League has held political power since 2009 and has fostered a significant diplomatic rapport with Russia. Russia also extended its support to the government led by the Awami League through a range of means, including financial assistance in the form of loans, provision of weaponry, collaboration in the nuclear energy sector, and diplomatic endorsement. Russia aims to enhance its access and collaboration with Bangladesh on diverse matters, including trade, energy, security, and counterterrorism, through its endorsement of the Awami League government.
Read moreHow will India crack American puzzle in Bangladesh?
In essence, it is imperative for India to effectively reconcile its security concerns with its economic and political objectives in the context of Bangladesh. Achieving a delicate equilibrium in this endeavour poses a formidable challenge, yet it remains imperative for India’s enduring security.
Read moreAn Overview of American Geostrategy and the Indian Ocean Region
In the context of 21st century, the American geostrategy in the Indian Ocean region is to leverage its military, diplomatic, and economic tools to achieve its aim of full spectrum dominance.
Read moreThe Impact of US Visa Restrictions on Bangladesh’s Democratic Process
in order to establish an advanced democracy, it is recommended that Bangladesh refrain from emulating Western models and instead explore traditional methods to foster political engagement among its populace. The primary objective of democracy in Bangladesh ought to be centered on enhancing the self-determination of the marginalized and disadvantaged demographic economically, rather than catering to the geopolitical agenda of the United States.
Read moreIs Bangladesh’s Indo-Pacific Outlook a strategic manoeuvre to counterbalance geopolitical forces?
The Bangladesh Government announced its 15-point Indo-Pacific Outlook (IPO) on 24 April 2023, in advance of Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina’s upcoming tri-nation visit to Japan, the USA, and the UK. The publication of Bangladesh’s Indo-Pacific Outlook (IPO) before Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina’s trip to Japan, the United States, and the United Kingdom could be taken as a statement to the West and India that the Sheikh Hasina administration is neither anti-American nor pro-Chinese. It might also be interpreted as a ploy to win over the West ahead of the impending national election in the first quarter of 2024.
Read moreAn Analysis of the Geoeconomics and Geopolitics of the South China Sea: Examining the Role of the US and China’s Strategic Advantages
This article has provided an analysis of China’s geoeconomic strategies centring ASEAN and boosted up by RECP and their impacts on the South China Sea dispute, highlighting the country’s increasing dominance in the region. Meanwhile, the United States’ influence in the area is seen to be diminishing. These findings suggest that China’s approach has been successful in achieving its geopolitical objectives.
Read moreRising Powers, Deepening Rivalry: The Implications of India-China Tensions
According to numerous international media sources, India, on 3rd of April 2023, has reacted strongly to China’s recent attempts to rename a number of locations in the northeastern state of Arunachal Pradesh. This is in light of rumors that eleven locations along a contentious Himalayan border area within the state have received new names from China. This article details the main disagreements between India and China after the current incident.
Read moreStriking a Delicate Balance: Bangladesh’s Geostrategic Dance between the East and West
Bangladesh’s strategic importance in the Indian Ocean region has piqued the West’s interest. Because of its geographical location, which connects South Asia and Southeast Asia, the country is an important player in regional connectivity initiatives such as the Indo-Pacific Strategy (IPS). The IPS, which is led by the United States, Japan, Australia, and India, seeks to promote a free, open, and inclusive regional order with a focus on improving connectivity, maritime security, and economic growth.
Read moreThe State of Democracy in Bangladesh
Democracy is an ancient concept of governance that has been around for centuries. It ensures that the voices and needs of the people are heard and taken into account when making decisions. It is evident that no society can be founded without democratic values, even before the earliest documented democracy in Greece. This video is a semi-academic discussion on democracy in Bangladesh. Watch the video to learn more.
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