Bangladesh-India relations

Will the upcoming election stabilise Bangladesh-India relations?

There are several areas where Bangladesh and India can collaborate.

Bangladesh-India relations should be based on equity

There have been positive developments in connectivity between the two nations, including the revival of rail and road links, the utilisation of ports, and growing energy cooperation.

Bangladesh and India's new strategic dilemma

When evaluating India's current position, it is essential to consider broader geopolitical developments.

A troubling trend in relations emerging

India’s latest trade restriction shows the need for dialogue

Bangladesh's export dilemma post-transshipment ban

Khondaker Golam Moazzem, research director at the Centre for Policy Dialogue (CPD), talks with Naznin Tithi of The Daily Star about India’s decision to revoke transshipment facility for Bangladesh and its implications.

Thaw in Bangladesh-Pakistan ties a welcome development

Pakistan should apologise for its 1971 role to smoothen transition

India knew of anti-Hasina wave but could not interfere

India was aware of an anti-Hasina wave building up in Bangladesh ahead of the overthrow of her government on August 5, India’s External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar told the Consultative Committee on External Affairs.

Can ‘engineering diplomacy’ solve Bangladesh-India water issue?

The 2024 floods underscore the shared stakes for both nations.

Bangladesh’s strategic crossroads in 2025 and beyond

Bangladesh’s policy must be one of strategic pragmatism, recalibrating alliances to safeguard its interests and promote long-term prosperity.

March 24, 2025
March 24, 2025

India knew of anti-Hasina wave but could not interfere

India was aware of an anti-Hasina wave building up in Bangladesh ahead of the overthrow of her government on August 5, India’s External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar told the Consultative Committee on External Affairs.

February 2, 2025
February 2, 2025

Can ‘engineering diplomacy’ solve Bangladesh-India water issue?

The 2024 floods underscore the shared stakes for both nations.

January 12, 2025
January 12, 2025

Bangladesh’s strategic crossroads in 2025 and beyond

Bangladesh’s policy must be one of strategic pragmatism, recalibrating alliances to safeguard its interests and promote long-term prosperity.

January 2, 2025
January 2, 2025

A message from one neighbour to another

Indians must hold their media accountable, and they must treat their neighbours as they want to be treated themselves.

December 29, 2024
December 29, 2024

Can we save our republic?

The only way to preserve our newly acquired freedom is to put power where it belongs—to the people.

December 23, 2024
December 23, 2024

We must protect minorities from opportunist criminals

Recent incidents of violence complicate efforts to counter minority propaganda

December 18, 2024
December 18, 2024

A wake-up call for India’s strategic interests

By respecting Bangladesh’s sovereignty and prioritising dialogue, India can strengthen its position as a reliable partner.

December 17, 2024
December 17, 2024

Bridging borders, building futures

To repair the fragile ties between our nations, the chief adviser of the interim government of Bangladesh can consider the following recommendations.

December 14, 2024
December 14, 2024

Bangladesh-India relations must be based on justice and equal dignity

Exploring the complexities of Bangladesh-India relations, cooperation, and challenges.

December 11, 2024
December 11, 2024

Dhaka-Delhi ties must be defined by respect and fairness

First high-level meetings since Hasina's fall touch on key bilateral challenges