Some observers argue that the United States aims to foster a pro-US government in Bangladesh to facilitate agreements such as the Acquisition and Cross-Servicing Agreement (ACSA) and the General Security of Military Information Agreement (GSOMIA), among others. These agreements could potentially open the door for the deployment of military equipment, including the contentious possibility of nuclear assets, within Bangladesh’s borders. Such actions, seen by some as a way to exert strategic pressure on regional powers like India and China, raise significant concerns about Bangladesh’s sovereignty and its role in shaping regional security dynamics.
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The United States, located 8,500 kilometres from Bangladesh, has nonetheless inserted itself into the heart of Bangladeshi domestic politics. To US Indo-Pacific policymakers, this may seem like a distant adventure, but for Bangladeshis, it has the potential to be a source of political instability for years to come. By interfering in Bangladesh’s internal affairs, the US has opened the floodgates for other powers, such as India, China, Russia, and Japan, to do the same. Therefore, the US must take the total responsibility if Bangladesh faces any catastrophic political consequence.
Read moreSikhs and the Interplay Between India, and the Anglo-Saxon Double Standards and Hypocrisy
Following Justin Trudeau’s startling assertion, it becomes evident that the Sikh community, constituting a modest 1.7% of India’s populace, now occupies a focal point within a geopolitical manoeuvre spearheaded by Canada. This intricate manoeuvre enjoys veiled support from the United States, the United Kingdom, Australia, and New Zealand, collectively operating under the umbrella of the Anglo-Saxon intelligence alliance referred to as ‘the Five Eyes.’
This scenario underscores a significant message: If India seeks to forge a partnership with the Western powers for national development, it must acknowledge that it cannot exercise full strategic sovereignty without the approval of the Anglo-Saxon coalition. In this context, Indian intelligence operations within the framework of the Five Eyes will be subject to Western scrutiny, differing from Western intelligence practises.
Read moreBangladesh Must Shift Narrative from Climate Vulnerability to Energy Sovereignty in the Face of Geopolitical Climate Agendas
It’s essential to acknowledge that Bangladesh’s branding as one of the world’s most climate-vulnerable nations can have a discouraging effect on foreign investments. Typically, investors tend to steer clear of regions with such branding. If Bangladesh leans heavily on climate funds and aligns closely with Western narratives regarding their climate agenda’s economic implications, it could face significant challenges in achieving a sovereign energy mix that ensures a balanced energy supply. Such a balanced mix would be less susceptible to the ups and downs of geopolitical turbulence. The energy future of Bangladesh is not merely a challenge; it’s an exhilarating opportunity to seize control of its destiny in a world defined by shifting energy paradigms and geopolitical rivalries.
Read moreThe IMEC Initiative: A Game Changer or a Mere Mirage?
From a geopolitical standpoint, IMEC can be viewed as a strategic response to China’s Belt and Road Initiative (BRI), a program that has extended China’s influence across Asia, Africa, and Europe. By cultivating stronger bonds between these three important geopolitical zones, IMEC has the potential to offer an alternative pathway for nations seeking to diversify their economic ties and reduce dependency on China.
Read moreBangladesh Must Dance with France in Strategic Harmony
The Bay of Bengal stands as a vital intersection of maritime trade and strategic interests, holding immense geopolitical importance. Home to nations like Bangladesh, India, Myanmar, and Sri Lanka, each with unique geopolitical aspirations and alliances, this region is also at the forefront of a technological revolution, especially in security, artificial intelligence, and space exploration. With its robust technological capabilities, France is poised to play a significant role in shaping the region’s technological landscape. Within the Bay of Bengal lie abundant commercial opportunities, spanning trade, investment, and infrastructure development. France’s Indo-Pacific strategy aims to unlock these opportunities for French businesses by fostering collaboration with regional partners. This approach sets France apart from some of its allies, like the United States and Australia, who have adopted a more confrontational and competitive stance through the controversial AUKUS security partnership, which drew significant criticism, notably from France, leading to the cancellation of its submarine deal with Australia.
Read moreThe High Stakes Gambit: Russia’s Enigmatic Quest in Ukraine
Russia’s strategic aspirations in Ukraine remain within reach, albeit at a considerable price. The road ahead promises to be protracted and laden with significant costs. To secure its objectives, Russia must persistently channel substantial resources into bolstering its military and intelligence capabilities, all the while nurturing an unwavering political resolve to see the conflict through to its culmination.
Read moreHuman Rights Organisations: Demons Masquerading as Saints?
When justice is not fulfilled, it surely invites backfire. It will be reminded of the more than 13,000 people experiencing commercial sex trafficking in Sacramento County in the US state of California between 2015 and 2020, police brutality and torture causing at least 1,124 people killed in 2021, and 40 million living in poverty in its territory, let alone shocking death tolls of war crimes committed in Afghanistan, Iraq, Libya, Syria and Yemen.
Read moreNiger’s Military Coup: Shifting Alliances and Geopolitical Implications in the Sahel
The area where central Mali, northern Burkina Faso, and western Niger meet at the border has become the center of the brutal war in the area. Frustration with how democratic governments backed by the west handled security, as well as what people in Bamako saw as the ineffectiveness of French soldiers (who were at first welcomed), led to changes in leadership in Bamako and made things worse with France, so French troops had to leave. Similar anger in Burkina Faso led to a coup d’état, which made ties with France even worse.
Read moreAmerican Social Media: Understanding and Preventing Regime Change Operations in Bangladesh
Since American social media plays a critical role in shaping public sentiment and political discourse towards destabilization in a strategic important country like Bangladesh, the government needs to be aware of these challenges and adopt proactive measures to address them effectively. Reversing the western social engineering by regulating social media responsibly, promoting digital literacy, and strengthening security institutions, Bangladesh can safeguard its political stability and protect its national interests in the face of emerging western threats in the digital age.
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