South Asian political ground gyrates yet again but this time in Bangladesh. Bangladesh’s Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina Wajid has just recently stepped down, due to continuous protests calling for her regime’s dismissal. Her administration suffered immense criticism and opposition on…
The situation for religious minorities in India has worsened dramatically since the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), led by Narendra Modi, assumed office in 2014. According to reports, there is a significant rise in violence and discrimination against Christians, Muslims, Dalits,…
Since early July 2024, Bangladesh has witnessed a significant shift in its political landscape following the outbreak of protest waves that initially called for the abolition of the government job quota system. This system disproportionately benefited the descendants of fighters…
The China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) is hailed as a milestone in the strategic partnership between China and Pakistan. This ambitious project, a key component of China’s “Belt and Road Initiative,” aims to enhance connectivity and cooperation through an extensive network…
With Independence Day on the horizon, Pakistan is gripped by patriotic fervor. Children are at the heart of the celebrations, their joy palpable. The nation lights up with fireworks as young minds express their love for the country through colorful…
The immediate call for the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) on August 7, 2024, has grabbed worldwide attention. Iran made the call following the assassination of Ismail Haniyeh, the leader of the Hamas political wing. Pakistan supported the call and…
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif’s recent offer to India, proposing a dialogue on the Kashmir issue, has been widely criticized as a significant misstep. The prime minister’s call for peace and his emphasis on resolving disputes jointly reflect a desire to…
The political history of Bangladesh is intricately tied to the legacy of Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, the founding president, whose assassination along with most of his family in 1975 left a profound impact on the nation’s trajectory. Among the few survivors…
Kazakhstan is one of the largest landlocked countries in the world, which necessitates strong bilateral relations with its neighbors. Kazakhstan holds significant importance for both Asia and Europe due to its economic and geopolitical significance, sharing borders with key countries…
Security dictates the future of Asia. This statement summarizes one of the most critical conditions for the realization of the “Asian Century” predictions, which assume the decline of the Western Anglo-Saxon civilization in the foreseeable future and the rise of…
Pakistan’s economy is showing signs of recovery after a turbulent period. Inflation has eased significantly, the Pakistani rupee has stabilized, and foreign exchange reserves have improved. The government is implementing reforms and investing in digital infrastructure. Recent data from Pakistan’s…
Bangladesh is in the throes of its most severe political crisis in 15 years, spurred by a contentious job quota system and escalating into widespread calls for Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina’s resignation. The protests have descended into violence, with the…
