Bangladesh’s Yunus in Beijing: A new geopolitical game in South Asia
Will the promises made in Beijing translate into meaningful outcomes for ordinary Bangladeshis? Can the interim government balance competing global interests without alienating vital partners? Most importantly: Will this new diplomatic posture endure beyond the current political moment?
Yunus’s China visit can open many doors
Dhaka, March 27 (The Daily Star) – Chief Adviser Prof Muhammad Yunus’s tour to China marks a pivotal moment in Bangladesh-China bilateral relations, coinciding with the 50th anniversary of diplomatic ties between the two countries. China is currently Bangladesh’s largest trading and defence partner, reflecting...
Chinese enterprises built Hambantota port with a unique public-private management model
The “Shekou” model gives vast scope for local initiatives but the last word rests with the Central government and the Communist Party.
China’s arms imports are declining – but so are its arms exports
What do these two trends tell us about China’s defense industry and its quest for military self-reliance?
A Chinese shipyard completes a second submarine for ally Pakistan
According to a Swedish military think tank, China has accounted for more than 81% of Pakistan’s weapons imports over the past five years. Joint venture projects include the Hangor as well as the JF-17 fighter jet.
India snubs Bangladesh on medical visas, opening way for China
"South Asia is undergoing a major strategic shift in which China is becoming one of the biggest players," said Happymon Jacob, who teaches international relations at the Jawaharlal Nehru University
China-Maldives FTA is not beneficial to Maldives: Nasheed
Male, March 18 (Adhadhu) – Former President Mohamed Nasheed has said the Maldives-China Free Trade Agreement (FTA) which came into force in January will not benefit the Maldives and its neighbours. Speaking to an Indian media outlet during his ongoing official visit to the country,...
Muhammad Yunus to receive honorary doctorate from China’s Peking University
The chief adviser will visit China on March 26, where he is scheduled to give a speech at Peking University
Baloch rebellion poses new challenges to Pakistan
The Pakistani state continues its heavy-handed approach, while the BLA grows increasingly sophisticated. Without addressing the deep-rooted grievances of the Baloch people, Pakistan is unlikely to see lasting peace in its most restive province.
Pakistan slams Modi on his remarks in interview to Lex Fredman
Islamabad, March 17 (Dawn)-Pakistan has denounced and rubbished the “misleading and one-sided” remarks by Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi regarding regional peace, according to a statement from the Foreign Office (FO) on Monday. The FO’s response came in reaction to remarks by Modi in a...
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