⌛ Current Pace ⏰ December 4, 2025, Week-1
Delhi Recalibrates: Modi’s Gesture Toward Khaleda Zia Sparks Diplomatic Repositioning in Bangladesh
By Sadik Sagar, Dhaka, December 4, 2025
The tone in Dhaka has also softened. Last week, Bangladeshi foreign affairs adviser Mohammad Touhid Hossain remarked that bilateral relations would not be stalled because of a few unresolved issues, including the Hasina affair.
EU-Bangladesh: A New Era of Strategic Investment
By Tanvir Rusmat, Dhaka, December04, 2025
The European Union and the Bangladesh Investment Development Authority (BIDA) held a high-level meeting in Dhaka on 1 December 2025, aiming to strengthen economic cooperation and explore new opportunities for European investment in Bangladesh. The dialogue, attended by EU ambassadors, senior Bangladeshi officials and representatives from European businesses, focused on improving the country’s business climate, attracting long-term foreign investment and enhancing regulatory reforms.
Indo-Pacific Dynamics in Focus as Putin Paying Key Visit to India
By Sadik Saga, Dhaka, December 4, 2025
Russian President Vladimir Putin’s trip to India (December 4-5) is set to be one of the most closely watched diplomatic developments of the year. His first trip to New Delhi since the Ukraine war began, the visit is expected to reinvigorate the India–Russia strategic partnership at a time of shifting global power balances and heightened volatility across the Indo-Pacific.
Rohingya Crisis Poised to Continue Amid International Skepticism of Myanmar’s Election
By Sadik Sagar, Dhaka, December 4, 2025
With Myanmar’s national election set to begin on December 28, 2025, concerns are mounting among international organizations and regional powers about the credibility of the upcoming polls. These doubts have reinforced fears that the long-running Rohingya crisis—already one of the world’s most protracted humanitarian tragedies—will continue without a viable path toward justice, repatriation or citizenship.
IPW Desk: Washington DC, December 3, 2025
In a press note Department of State announced that, in response to the severe impact of Tropical Cyclone Ditwah.
World Bank, IMF Signal Stronger Engagement with Bangladesh After Formation of New Government
By Tanvir Rusmat, Dhaka, December 04, 2025
Following the formation of Bangladesh’s new government, both the World Bank and the International Monetary Fund (IMF) have indicated a renewed willingness to deepen financial and policy cooperation, particularly as the country navigates economic pressures stemming from global inflation, foreign exchange volatility, and structural reform demands.
⌛ Current Pace ⏰ ⤵️ November-27, 2025, Week-4
As both governments trade accusations and threats, the risk of miscalculation grows
By Sadik Sagar, Dhaka, November 27, 2025
Tensions between Pakistan and Afghanistan have
CPJ: Authorities must clearly explain the legal basis for raid on the Kashmir Times
PW Desk, New York Nov.21, 2025
The Committee to Protect Journalists (CPJ) has reported, police in the Indian-administered territory of Jammu and Kashmir must return any
Teesta Megaproject Places Bangladesh at the Heart of South Asian Geopolitics
It stands as a test of Bangladesh’s diplomatic agility, strategic independence, and ability.
By Tanvir Rusmat, Dhaka, November 23, 2025
By Sadik Sagar, Dhaka, November 27, 2025
Canada is close to finalizing a US$2.8 billion uranium export deal with India.
Weekly Edition - November 20, 2025-Week -3
India–Bangladesh Ties at a Crossroads as Dhaka Seeks Hasina’s Extradition After Verdict
By Sadik Sagar, Dhaka, November 20, 2025
India–Bangladesh relations, one of South Asia’s most strategically crucial bilateral partnerships, have entered their most fragile period in decades following the conviction and death sentence handed down to former Bangladeshi Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina.
By Tanvir Rusmat, Dhaka, November 18, 2025
Tensions between China and Japan have intensified sharply following Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi’s remarks in parliament.
US Tariffs and their impact on Bangladesh's Ready-Made garments sector
by Toufiq Jayad, Dhaka, November 19, 2025.
The United States continues to be the largest export destination for Bangladesh’s ready-made garment (RMG) products.
Sanctioning Burma Armed Group and Firms Linked to Organized Crime Scamming Americans
IPW Report- Washing DC, Nov 20, 2025
US Department or States in a press statement said that they are "Sanctioning Burma Armed Group and Firms Linked to Organized Crime.
Weekly Edition - November 20, 2025-Week -3
Bangladesh NSA Khalilur Rahman’s India Visit: Will It Help Ease Frosty Bilateral Relations?
By Sadik Sagar, Dhaka, November 20, 2025
Bangladesh’s National Security Adviser (NSA) Khalilur Rahman arrives in New Delhi on November 19 at the invitation of Indian NSA Ajit Doval.
CPJ Condemns Myanmar’s Charges Against AAMIJ News and Ongoing Suppression of Journalists
IPW Report- New York, Nov 20, 2025
According to a statement released by the Committee to Protect Journalists (CPJ) on November 12, 2025, Myanmar’s authorities must immediately drop the charges.
-Sabir Mustafa
London: Nov. 10, 2025. London-based former BBC Bengali-British journalist Sabir Mustafa weighed in after the resignation of a BBC executive amid controversy.
Journalists are often accused of exaggeration and use of hyperboles to make their stories
India–US Defense Pact: A Strategic Shift with Regional and Global Ripples
By Sadik Sagar, November 13, Dhaka.
India and the United States have signed a landmark defense pact aimed at deepening strategic cooperation, military interoperability, and technology sharing.
As Western powers push back against Beijing’s influence, Bangladesh’s strategic choices are under scrutiny
Tanvir Rusmat Dhaka, November 11, 2025
As China’s Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) turns ten, the world remains divided over whether it is a pathway to shared growth or a tool of strategic influence.
Weekly Edition - November 06 2025-Week -3
South Asia’s Subtle Shift: From Accusations to Accountability
IPW New York: Nov. 13, 2025. India and Pakistan’s careful handling of recent attacks shows a quiet evolution in crisis management — and a potential opening for diplomacy.
IPW Analysis: Nov. 13, 2025. Bangladesh has climbed 16 places in the Reporters Without Borders (RSF) World..
After Delhi’s Tragedy: Bangladesh–India Relations in Focus
IPW Report: Dhaka- Nov 10, 2025.
The Red Fort attack could become a turning point- either deepening security collaboration or highlighting the limits of regional trust.
Bangladesh’s RCEP Ambition: Balancing Opportunities and Challenges in a Shifting Global Order
Sadik Sagar Dhaka November 6, 2025
The Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP), the world’s largest trading block, has become a cornerstone of modern global trade and geopolitics. Comprising 15 nations — including China, Japan, South Korea, Australia, New Zealand, and the ASEAN countries
Anwar Shahadat
New York, November 6, 2025
The final outcome of the high-level meeting held at the United Nations General Assembly.
Oscar Dreams from Asia: The 2026 Submissions for Best International Feature
Toufiq Jayad Dhaka, November 2, 2025
The Academy Awards, widely known as the Oscars, are among the most prestigious events in the global film industry.
Taliban Minister’s Visit to India Marks a Groundbreaking Shift in South Asian Diplomacy
Sadik Sagar, October 22, Dhaka.
Afghan Taliban Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi’s week-long visit to India has been described as one of the most significant diplomatic breakthroughs in South Asia since the Taliban’s return to power in 2021.
As Bangladesh Warms to Pakistan India Watches a Regional Realignment Unfold
By Sadik Sagar October 8, 2025
South Asia is entering a subtle but significant phase of diplomatic realignment.
U.S. Department of State to Host five Central Asian countries 10th Anniversary
Washington, D.C.
The U.S. Department of State announced it will host the C5+1 Tenth Anniversary Business Conference in partnership with the Kennedy Center, marking a decade of collaboration between the United States and the five Central Asian nations.
Pakistan–Saudi Defence Pact Sparks Talk of a “Southern NATO” Amid Shifting Asian Power Balance
Tanvir Rusmat: Dhaka, October 11,2025
A landmark Strategic Mutual Defense Agreement (SMDA) between Pakistan and Saudi Arabia has sent ripples across South Asia and the Middle East..”
IPW US Desk: October 14, 2025
The European Union (EU) is expected to send 150 election observers for the upcoming national election in Bangladesh, scheduled for February 26, according to sources within the Dhaka Election Commission (EC).
India–Bangladesh Border Dispute: Resolution, Political Shifts & Emerging Challenges
By Tanvir Rusmat: October 11, 2025
The India–Bangladesh border dispute is widely seen as one of South Asia’s rare success stories in resolving complex territorial issues peacefully.
U.S. Tariffs and Their Impact on Bangladesh’s Ready‑Made Garments Sector
U.S. Tariffs and Their Impact on Bangladesh’s Ready‑Made Garments Sector Short‑term pain looks likely: reduced orders, squeezed margins, possible factory closures if tariffs persist.
Saint Martin’s Island: Tiny Coral Isle Turns into Geopolitical Hotspot
Tanvir Rusmat: Dhaka, October 5, 2025
Saint Martin’s Island, Bangladesh’s only coral island, is fast turning into a sensitive node in Bay of Bengal geopolitics. Once known mainly as a pristine tourist destination, it is now at the heart of concerns over sovereignty, regional rivalries, and national security.
🎬 Cinemas 🎞️
-Anwar Shahadat-
New York, Nov. 23, 2025.
The Japanese film Kokuho, submitted for the Foreign Language Oscar category, is an epic cinematic experience that left a lasting impression on me. It combines music, performing arts, history, tradition, and the psychology of its characters, all within the world of Kabuki. Director Lee Sang-il has created a film that feels both monumental and intimate, guiding the audience through a tradition that is almost 500 years old while keeping the human story at its heart.
Kabuki, the form at the center of the film, is a classical Japanese theatre tradition....
Anwar Shahadat
Train Dreams is a beautifully crafted and emotionally uplifting cinematic experience that celebrates resilience, human connection, and the enduring power of the American frontier spirit. From the first frame, the film creates a warm, poetic atmosphere, blending breathtaking landscapes with heartfelt, human storytelling. Every scene feels lovingly composed, inviting viewers into a world both intimate and expansive.
“Christy” A Personal Reflection: Where truth and storytelling meet in perfect balance
A film that transforms a true story into a moving piece of fiction about strength, identity, and grace
Anwar Shahadat
Before watching Christy, I deliberately avoided reading anything about it. All I knew was that it was based on the life of boxer Christy Martin. I wanted to see the story unfold without any outside influence or expectation.
Oscar Dreams from Asia: The 2026 Submissions for Best International Feature
Toufiq Jayad Dhaka, November 2, 2025
The Academy Awards, widely known as the Oscars, are among the most prestigious events in the global film industry.
--Anwar Shahadat--
The documentary “Put Your Soul on Your Hand and Walk”, directed by Sepideh Farsi, finds its greatest strength in the luminous presence of its central figure, Fatma Hassona. What begins as a seemingly simple story of a young Palestinian