Kazi Asszad Hossan

Economic Omni-balancing and Geopolitical Tri-balancing: The External Linkages of Bangladesh’s Success Story

Bangladesh has emerged as a middle power in the Indo-pacific — cementing its strategic, economic, and geopolitical sway — attracting the attention of the...

Bangladesh in Washington’s Strategic Gaze: Ushering Into a Truly Strategic Partner?

Recently, US State Department official Afreen Akhter has stated that the U.S. perceives Bangladesh as a "truly important strategic partner". The statement is striking...

Soaring Fuel Price in Bangladesh: Beyond the Gloom and Doom

The Bangladesh government has announced a sudden surge in the country's fuel price, triggering discontent and outrage among the general people. The country’s measure...

Ethnic Minorities of Bangladesh: A Stunning Success in National Integration

Unlike other countries in the region, Bangladesh has been an example for its integration of minorities. While the CHT region, the mountainous region  that...

Chinese Foreign Minister’s Bangladesh Visit: Context and Contingencies

The Chinese Foreign Minister is set to visit Bangladesh on 6-8 August. Bangladesh and China are primed for signing a multitude of MoUs and...

Bangladesh : A Force to Reckon in U.S. Geostrategic Calculation

Bangladesh has traversed 50 years of its independence. The country — once pejoratively termed as “basket case” — has captured global attention recently due...

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BRICS+ cooperation in a complex economic and geopolitical environment: Opportunities and impediments

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