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Md. Himel Rahman

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Eurasia Review

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Bangladesh At The UN Peacebuilding Commission: An Opening In The Rohingya Impasse? – OpEd

During the first meeting of the 20th session of the United Nations Peacebuilding Commission (PBC), Bangladesh, along with Germany, Brazil,

28.02.2026 10

Eurasia Review

Md. Himel Rahman

How the Rakhine War Affects Bangladesh’s Economy

In addition to disrupting the official trade flow, the war in Myanmar has led to a spike in smuggling, black markets, and other economic crimes.

27.02.2026 6

The Diplomat

Md. Himel Rahman

The EU–India FTA: Strategic Realignment And Its Implications For Bangladesh – OpEd

On 27 January 2026, the European Union (EU) and India concluded a free trade agreement (FTA), eliminating or reducing tariffs

26.02.2026 2

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A Pragmatic Partnership: Documenting Russo–Bangladeshi Relations After The July Uprising – OpEd

On 20 January 2026, the Russian Ambassador to Bangladesh Aleksandr Khozin met the Chairperson of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP)

29.01.2026 10

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A Forgotten Hostage Crisis: Bangladeshi Citizens in the Arakan Army’s Captivity

Far away from the scrutiny of the international community, the Arakan Army is holding hundreds of Bangladeshi citizens as hostages.

06.12.2025 5

The Diplomat

Md. Himel Rahman

Strategic Autonomy Amid Great Power Rivalry: Bangladesh’s Course Of Action – OpEd

On 7 October, it was reported that Bangladesh is contemplating the acquisition of 20 J-10CE multirole fighter aircrafts from China

05.11.2025 4

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Detaching Fantasy from Reality: Chattogram Poses No Threat To Anyone – OpEd

On 25 September, an article, titled ‘Is Chittagong port becoming a danger to India’s eastern borders?’, was published in the

28.09.2025 7

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India Has Nothing to Fear From the Bangladesh-US Joint Air Force Exercise

A recent defense exercise between Bangladesh and the U.S. sparked some exaggerated responses.

24.09.2025 6

The Diplomat

Md. Himel Rahman

US–Bangladesh Deal On Tariffs: Short-term Success, Long-Term Introspection – OpEd

On 1 August 2025, it was reported that the United States (US) agreed to impose 20% tariff on imports from

04.09.2025 10

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Md. Himel Rahman

Re-engagement, Not Alignment: The Pakistani Foreign Minister’s Visit to Bangladesh

Bangladesh’s rapprochement with Pakistan, while significant, should not be interpreted as alignment Pakistani strategic objectives.

26.08.2025 7

The Diplomat

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Strategic Implications of the First China-Pakistan-Bangladesh Summit

Fraying ties with India may prompt Dhaka to align with other powers. But political, economic and strategic realities compel it to adhere to its...

25.06.2025 10

The Diplomat

Md. Himel Rahman

Revisiting Bangladesh’s Efforts At Countering Violent Extremism – OpEd

Since its establishment as an independent state in 1971, Bangladesh has always prioritized the need for religious tolerance and inter-faith

14.05.2025 4

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Debunking The Specter Of Bangladeshi Involvement In Murshidabad Violence – OpEd

Between 8 and 13 April 2025, a series of protests and violent incidents engulfed Murshidabad, a Muslim-majority district along the

20.04.2025 6

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Bangladesh’s Foreign Policy Mistakes Since 1971: A Reappraisal – OpEd

John Fitzgerald Kennedy, the 35th President of the United States (US), used to say, “Domestic policy can only defeat us;

26.02.2025 4

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A Pakistani–Bangladeshi Reset? – OpEd

In February 2025, Pakistani Minister of Foreign Affairs Muhammad Ishaq Dar is scheduled to visit Bangladesh, and it is going

23.01.2025 6

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Md. Himel Rahman

Lessons From The Syrian Civil War: A Bangladeshi Perspective – OpEd

In November–December 2024, several insurgent groups, with the Hay’at Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) at the forefront, overthrew the Syrian government in

10.01.2025 10

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Md. Himel Rahman