U.S.-based rights groups warn that Bangladesh’s February 2026 election risks becoming non-inclusive, amid allegations of minority persecution, repression of opposition, and democratic backsliding.

Almost 20 years in the making, the EU-India trade pact is finally here. While COVID-19 started the de-risking trend, it was Washington's weaponized tariffs and "America First" retreat that pushed Brussels and New Delhi into this historic $200 billion alliance.

British MP Bob Blackman warned at the UK Parliament that excluding major political forces could fatally undermine Bangladesh’s democratic credibility.

India has withdrawn its transshipment facility for Bangladesh, ending access to Indian ports and routes for third-country exports and raising costs for Bangladeshi exporters.

A national committee formed by Bangladesh’s interim government has cleared Sheikh Hasina of corruption allegations, finding no illegal financial transactions linked to power sector projects.