Bangladesh Affairs

⁨Festivals Banned in the Name of State Mourning: A New Chapter in Interference with Public Life

The declaration of state mourning after Khaleda Zia’s death, followed by a blanket ban on Thirty First celebrations, marks a

A Bargain to Bury Democracy Through Plunder

When Chief Adviser Dr. Muhammad Yunus proclaims that elections will be held at the beginning of February, it feels less

A Failed Democratic Exercise: Why Bangladesh’s February 2026 Election Lacks Credibility

Bangladesh’s February 2026 election faces allegations of exclusion, violence, and legal uncertainty, raising serious concerns over democratic legitimacy.