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Shahadat Swadhin

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Debunking the Myth of Foreign Meddling in Bangladesh’s Monsoon Revolution

Unpacking the sensational – and implausible – accusations made by a former U.S. State Department official.

15.02.2025 8

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Shahadat Swadhin

Lost Votes, Broken Trust: Understanding Gen Z’s Disenchantment with Elections in Bangladesh

A new survey finds that three-quarters of youth in Bangladesh have never voted in any national election – and asks them why.

05.02.2025 9

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Shahadat Swadhin

Can Hasina’s Awami League Make a Comeback in Bangladesh’s Next Election?

The Awami League is unlikely to make a swift comeback in Bangladesh's political landscape

15.01.2025 7

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Shahadat Swadhin

From Revolution to Reform: The Rise of a Youth-Led Political Party in Bangladesh

The student-citizen leadership that spearheaded Bangladesh’s largest mass uprising, known as the July Revolution, is now divided into three...

25.12.2024 4

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Shahadat Swadhin