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Hypocrisy in global ties is favorite double standards

Rajeev Ahmed

Ah, ''hypocrisy''-the fine art of pretending to be better than you are. It's like being the guy who lectures you about eating healthy while inhaling andpuffing a high-nicotinecigarette.Hypocrisy isn't just about saying one thing and doing another-it's about putting on a show. The hypocrite doesn't just preach moral values and fail to live up to ...

How America got rich and lost its morals

Rajeev Ahmed

The United States loves a good story, especially one where it casts itself as the noble hero: the defender of freedom, the land of opportunity, the place where anyone can make it big if they just pull themselves up by their bootstraps. But if we take a closer look, particularly through the foggy lens of ...

Country’s future hinges on steering through uncharted waters in post-Hasina era

Rajeev Ahmed

Bangladesh, a country that has seen remarkable economic growth and social progress over the past decade, finds itself at a critical juncture. The regime change that leads to the toppling of Sheikh Hasina, the country's long-standing prime minister, presents a myriad of challenges and opportunities. This potential shift in power can significantly alter the political ...

Bangladesh: The crimson tide of a colour revolution

Rajeev Ahmed

According to Bangladesh's Home Minister, Asaduzzaman Khan, the ongoing conflict and violence related to the student movement for quota reform has tragically resulted around150 fatalities. Among the deceased are students, police officers, leaders, activists of the Awami League, and individuals from various professions. In the days leading up to the nearly four-day-long outbreak of violence, ...

A critical perspective of Dhaka-Beijing ties

Rajeev Ahmed

The recent visit of the Prime Minister of Bangladesh to China has brought to light several complexities within the evolving China-Bangladesh relationship. Framed within the broader context of the "Global South," this partnership is often portrayed as a model of mutual benefit and cooperation. After the visit, the relationship between Bangladesh and China has elevated from ...

Ties with Australia could spill on multiple spheres

Rajeev Ahmed

Australias image is often one of stunning beaches and bustling cities. But beneath the postcard-perfect veneer lies a complex history marked by dispossession, exploitation, and ongoing struggles for recognition. The arrival of Europeans in 1788 shattered millennia-old Aboriginal societies. The land, for so long nurtured by Indigenous custodianship, was declared terra nullius - a legal ...

Can the Netherlands help us in river training works?

Rajeev Ahmed

The Netherlands, a land of windmills casting long shadows over vibrant tulip fields and picturesque canals, belies a deeper truth: it is a nation defined by its relationship with water. This small European nation, often referred to as the "Low Countries," sits precariously below sea level, locked in an ongoing battle against the relentless tides ...

Hasina, Modi focus on transformational partnership for regional stability

Rajeev Ahmed

India and Bangladesh stand at a precipice of opportunity. Their long-standing relationship, characterized by shared history, culture, and geography, is poised for a transformation. In the recent visit to India, Prime Minister of Bangladesh, Sheikh Hasina and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi have outlined a vision for a "transformational partnership" that promises mutual benefit and ...

Corruption corroding ruling party

Rajeev Ahmed

The Awami League has historically positioned itself as a champion of the common people, fighting against corruption and injustice. However, these recent allegations severely damage this image. The partys claims of good governance seem empty when its own officials are accused of enriching themselves through illicit means. While perusing vintage videos of the Father of ...

Is Russia catalyzing Bangladeshs advancement through nuclear power?

Rajeev Ahmed

Public perception remains a hurdle, shaped by the shadows of past accidents like Chernobyl and Fukushima. Nuclear waste disposal presents a complex problem, requiring long-term solutions to ensure safety for generations to come. Dhaka and Moscow have already signed an inter-state agreement regarding the return of the spent nuclear fuel of Rooppur Nuclear Power Plant ...