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Changing political dynamics in S. Asia

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12.01.2025

Driven by rejuvenated public sentiments for a change, the Bangladesh’s incumbent government is gradually but consistently moving out of the Indian orbit through measured and calculated steps — which many in Bangladesh view as dictatorial and an infringement on the sovereignty of the state in terms of its economy, energy security, border security and foreign affairs.

Responding to these sentiments there is a major shift in the foreign policy of Bangladesh. It has fairly distanced itself from the hegemony of India in the region and is building bilateral alliances in the region. It has also reached out to Pakistan for better ties and a new beginning in their relationship. In an interview with CNN-News18, the spokesperson for the caretaker head of government, the Noble Laureate Muhammad Yunus, said: “Yunus wants the revival of SAARC and a good relationship with all countries and that also includes Pakistan. As part of this, we are building good relations.”

Similar sentiments have been expressed by its opinion makers. Addressing an international conference organised on the issue of Pakistan-Bangladesh relations, a Bangladeshi expert expressed solidarity with Pakistan. Additionally, the pro-Pakistan professor has also described Bangladesh’s relationship with Pakistan as historic. “We are bound by historic bonds. We have gone through ups and downs, but we have always felt that we need each other”, Shahiduzzaman said about........

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