A Blueprint for Bangladesh’s Future
A Comprehensive Archive of Ambassador Serajul Islam's Analyses and Commentaries
Ambassador Serajul Islam’s in-depth writings outline essential steps to transform Bangladesh from authoritarian governance toward a resilient democracy. His analyses offer not only a critique of existing governance but also a strategic vision for strengthening the nation’s geopolitical stance, economic foundations, and political freedoms.
Here, find actionable strategies and a comprehensive framework for meaningful reform, encapsulating his expertise on navigating current challenges and achieving sustainable growth.
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China’s master-class diplomacy
This article analyzes how the January 7, 2024 election in Bangladesh marked a significant shift in regional power dynamics, with China gaining influence over the US and India. Ambassador Serajul Islam examines how this diplomatic victory for China impacts Bangladesh's strategic positioning and Indo-Pacific security.
A surreal election’s surreal outcome
Ambassador Serajul Islam critically analyzes the January 7 election in Bangladesh, drawing comparisons to the “North Korean model” of voter control. This article examines issues surrounding voter turnout, opposition suppression, and the international implications of a flawed election process.
‘Milestone’ in democratic process or ‘domestic affair’
This analysis delves into the recent Bangladesh election, highlighting China’s and India’s contrasting responses and their broader implications. China, seizing a growing role, views the election as a step forward in Bangladesh’s democratic journey, while India labels it a strictly internal matter. The piece explores how these stances reveal shifting priorities in South Asia, with China gaining strategic influence in Bangladesh, including in critical projects near India’s borders. As Bangladesh balances between these powerful neighbors, the election’s impact on regional security and economic stability comes sharply into focus.
An election getting stranger than fiction
THE facts about the January 7 political event that the Election Commission is calling the 12th general election are getting, as the cliché goes, stranger than fiction. Even fiction writers will find that they are not in the same league as the commission and the ruling party that are co-authoring the tale of the next general election with less than two weeks left for the event.
Is there a tomorrow?
The chief election commissioner, Kazi Habibul Awal, faces unprecedented challenges as he leads the Election Commission toward the 12th national election amid heightened opposition and international scrutiny. In this analysis, Ambassador Serajul Islam unpacks the complexities of Awal’s approach and its implications for Bangladesh’s future. As the people await the right to vote, he reflects on the parallels between Bangladesh’s struggle today and the historic fight for independence. He also highlights the intricate involvement of foreign powers and the economic ramifications of neglecting democratic reforms. The article ends on a poignant note—questioning whether the regime’s direction leaves room for a tomorrow.