David Bergman

David Bergman is a journalist who has written about Bangladesh for many years. He is on X at @TheDavidBergman.

Evidence strong, but defence did bare minimum

One must distinguish between two separate issues: the evidence presented by the prosecution against deposed prime minister Sheikh Hasina, and the fairness of the process and procedure of the trial itself.

3w ago

Arbitrary detention and the hypocrisy within the government

Stopping arbitrary detentions is a governmental responsibility, and all those in the cabinet must also take their share of the blame.

4m ago

How not to describe the Awami League

While serious criticisms of the Awami League are both valid and necessary, they must be proportionate and grounded in fact.

6m ago

A disturbing legal provision makes convicting law enforcers difficult

A provision in the Penal Code could impact the criminal prosecution of law enforcers involved in the July uprising killings

1y ago
November 18, 2025
November 18, 2025

Evidence strong, but defence did bare minimum

One must distinguish between two separate issues: the evidence presented by the prosecution against deposed prime minister Sheikh Hasina, and the fairness of the process and procedure of the trial itself.

August 4, 2025
August 4, 2025

Arbitrary detention and the hypocrisy within the government

Stopping arbitrary detentions is a governmental responsibility, and all those in the cabinet must also take their share of the blame.

May 22, 2025
May 22, 2025

How not to describe the Awami League

While serious criticisms of the Awami League are both valid and necessary, they must be proportionate and grounded in fact.

August 1, 2024
August 1, 2024

A disturbing legal provision makes convicting law enforcers difficult

A provision in the Penal Code could impact the criminal prosecution of law enforcers involved in the July uprising killings