Syed Munir Khasru

The writer is chairman of the international think tank IPAG India, New Delhi with a presence in Dhaka, Melbourne, Dubai, and Vienna.

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What the India-Pakistan conflict costs South AsiaSubscriber Only

May 20,2025 15:58:01 PM

Besides India and Pakistan, smaller neighbours also risk facing serious fallout due to their dependence on regional stability. In Bangladesh, disrupted supply chains and waning investor confidence threaten the export-led economy

Tue, May 20, 2025

How not to miss the BIMSTEC opportunity, againSubscriber Only

April 05,2025 13:17:36 PM

The success of the Bangkok Vision 2030 will ultimately depend not on the ambition of its goals but on the commitment of member states to translate vision into reality

Sat, Apr 05, 2025

Bangladesh is drawing closer to Pakistan and China. What should India do?Subscriber Only

March 31,2025 16:08:59 PM

With the upcoming BIMSTEC summit in early April 2025, both nations stand at a crucial juncture. Although a bilateral meeting between Yunus and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi seems unlikely, it is precisely in such moments that bold diplomatic gestures matter most.

Mon, Mar 31, 2025

Why Bangladesh is not PakistanSubscriber Only

December 02,2024 14:53:05 PM

Stray incidents notwithstanding, its history, constitution and people are a shield against radicalism and extremism

Thu, Dec 05, 2024

COP29 and India: Education in the shadow of the climate crisisSubscriber Only

November 13,2024 13:45:21 PM

Protecting education and healthcare systems is not a choice but a necessity to ensure national stability and well-being. The stakes are high in building a resilient society where health, education, and security stand as pillars of progress amidst a shifting climate

Wed, Nov 13, 2024

Why Sheikh Hasina had to flee Bangladesh — and the lesson from her ousterSubscriber Only

August 05,2024 20:10:18 PM

Her resignation shows why economic progress cannot overcome repression of democracy, civil liberties

Tue, Aug 06, 2024

Why Bangladesh’s India-China balancing act is becoming increasingly difficultSubscriber Only

July 12,2024 14:29:30 PM

Bangladesh's dilemma underscores the challenges faced by smaller nations in regions dominated by competing powers

Fri, Jul 12, 2024

Prime Minister Narendra Modi greets Bangladesh PM Sheikh Hasina during the ceremonial reception at Rashtrapati Bhavan. (Express photo by Praveen Khanna)

How the third innings of Modi-Hasina partnership can benefit India and BangladeshSubscriber Only

June 23,2024 20:22:09 PM

The ties will not only shape Indo-Bangla bilateral relations, but also have the potential to positively impact the broader South Asian region by setting new standards for regional cooperation and collaboration

Mon, Jun 24, 2024

Nations sharing borders and ties with India are closely scrutinising the poll results, seeking to decipher the ramifications of their relationships with the regional powerhouse.

From Bangladesh to Pakistan, how Modi 3.0 is being received by India’s neighboursSubscriber Only

June 11,2024 18:30:38 PM

While opportunities for collaboration exist, India's neighbours may face challenges engaging with the new government over historical grievances

Mon, Jun 17, 2024

Elections in Bangladesh: Why both India and China are backing Sheikh HasinaSubscriber Only

January 05,2024 19:16:53 PM

Bangladesh prioritizes mutually beneficial relationships aligning with national interests over zero-sum strategic affairs. Hasina's handling of multiple partnerships has been adept, and her strategic autonomy doctrine offers a good model for neighbours of large countries to follow.

Sun, Jan 07, 2024