Four reasons why Pakistan and India should make peace now
Even though bilateral engagement might seem remote at this point in time, the importance of peace between the two neighbouring countries cannot be understated.
20th Party Congress is expected to have major impact on Hong Kong’s future direction
It is safe to deduce that the more firmly the bottom line of “one country” is upheld, the greater room is afforded for Hong Kong to operate under the framework of “two…
Charles’ love affair with India
King Charles III, who succeeded Queen Elizabeth II last week, has long been associated with India and is familiar to Indians.
US must stop risky moves on Taiwan
China has already reduced cooperation with the US in the fight against climate change and drug trafficking in response to Pelosi's visit to the island.
Unprecedented inflation and floods on a biblical scale have buffeted the already fragile Pakistani polity
The floods have come at a time of crushing inflation, domestic polarisation and high discontent at the political shenanigans of a disinterested elite.
Rural Bangladesh needs next-generation village roads
Rural Bangladesh needs the next generation of streets that value the safety and wellbeing of all, while facilitating efficient connectivity.
Punctuality is an unfair demand in Dhaka city
Being a highly centralised city with corporate offices and educational institutions located in clusters, vehicles are channeled to the same few ill-planned routes that run across…
Post-Covid challenges for Bangladesh’s labour market
While the economy is in the process of recovery, the recent Russia-Ukraine war has posed further challenges to the local labour market.
No rush for Russian oil for Indonesia
The oil price cap will divide countries, even those that are not directly linked to Russia, and drive them into crisis.
Democracy facing an existential struggle
It is a matter of great misfortune, as well as of disappointment and uncertainty, that democracy in Bangladesh is practically absent now.