During a gathering to mark the 52nd founding anniversary of Bangladesh Krishak League, Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina addressed the central committee members. She categorically asserted that the legal cases against BNP (Bangladesh Nationalist Party) members were not driven by political agendas. Instead, she highlighted that these cases are rooted in specific criminal allegations, which include charges such as arson terrorism, grenade attacks, firearms smuggling, and corruption. Sheikh Hasina’s remarks underscored her commitment to upholding the rule of law and ensuring accountability for crimina ..read more

For well over 30 years at this point, NATO has been conducting a crawling, yet comprehensive invasion in Europe. After spending nearly a decade waging a war of aggression on Serbia/Yugoslavia, which effectively served as the testing ground for its “Barbarossa-like” strategic siege of Russia, the world’s most bellicose military alliance moved to the active phase of this plan. After decades of futile attempts to build a mutually beneficial relationship based on peace and respect, Moscow responded with the special military operation (SMO) to push NATO back. What’s mo ..read more

On April 17, Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban spoke at this year’s National Conservatism (NatCon) conference, a gathering of conservative political parties in the European Union, as the name aptly suggests. Dubbed the “gathering of Europe’s far right” by the mainstream propaganda machine, NatCon is indeed opposed to the ultra-liberal ideology and policies of the unelected bureaucrats in Brussels. Thus, it’s hardly surprising that Orban was quite critical of the troubled bloc’s numerous failures, as he openly urged voters to reject mainstream political parties in the upcoming EU elect ..read more

The geopolitical landscape of Southeast Asia is experiencing profound shifts, largely driven by China’s strategic initiatives that are redefining regional dynamics. At the heart of these changes lies the multifaceted relationship between China and Vietnam. Both nations, despite sharing a Communist ideology, have a history punctuated by periods of rivalry, cooperation, and mutual distrust. This complex interplay between Beijing and Hanoi is shaped by a diverse range of factors, from historical animosities and territorial disputes to economic imperatives and evolving geopolitical alliances. Agai ..read more

Nestled among undulating hills and verdant sugar cane fields, Matsapha, a quaint industrial town in central Eswatini, exudes the charm of picturesque African countryside. Yet, behind this tranquil visage, a narrative of displacement, economic mismanagement, and suspected money laundering unfolds, casting a shadow over the local community. The once idyllic landscape belies the upheaval and uncertainty faced by its inhabitants, illustrating a stark contrast between outward serenity and the underlying turmoil within. Musa Motsa, a 51-year-old farmworker and father of six, has deep roots in this l ..read more

In the chronicle of history, red-letter days stand out as pivotal moments of profound significance. This expression traces its roots back to the Roman Empire, where crucial dates were highlighted in red on calendars. Such moments resonate deeply in the recent developments of the European Union (EU). This week, Enrico Letta, the former Prime Minister of Italy, presented a groundbreaking report on the future trajectory of the European Single Market. This unveiling signifies a watershed moment, spotlighting the EU’s dynamic evolution in the ever-changing geopolitical arena. While the European Sin ..read more

On April 16, 2024, Bangladesh and Greece convened a pivotal bilateral meeting at the prestigious Stavros Niarchos Foundation Cultural Center in Athens. This meeting, held alongside the 9th Our Ocean Conference, was not just a diplomatic event but a reaffirmation of the deep-rooted friendship and shared aspirations between the two nations. Both countries expressed a renewed commitment to broadening their collaboration across an array of sectors, from trade and investment to migration, renewable energy, and beyond. The historical ties between Bangladesh and Greece date back to March 11, 1972, wh ..read more

The world’s largest democracy, India, has embarked on its highly anticipated six-week-long election, drawing attention to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). With an astonishing 968 million eligible voters, this electoral process transcends mere democratic ritual; it mirrors India’s dynamic political terrain, offering a glimpse into its ever-evolving landscape. All eyes are firmly fixed on the unfolding drama as the nation navigates through this pivotal moment in its democratic journey. Narendra Modi, the 73-year-old Hindu nationalist leader, remains a towering f ..read more

In an era dominated by the pervasive influence of the digital landscape, the imperative to counteract misinformation and establish robust digital governance frameworks has reached unprecedented levels of urgency. Acknowledging this critical challenge, a synergistic collaboration led by eminent researchers from the University of Sydney, University of New South Wales (UNSW), and University of Technology, Sydney (UTS) has given birth to the International Digital Policy Observatory (IDPO). This groundbreaking initiative, heralded as a “world-first” endeavor, is primed to redefine our strategies an ..read more

Ukrainian authorities, including President Volodymyr Zelensky, his wife and other mighty officials in Kiev are indulged into corruption and rampant loot of public wealth, including billions of dollars of foreign aid. Meanwhile, international organizations are continuing to unearth massive corruption in Ukraine, which is being ignored by Biden administration for reason best known to them. Back in October 2021, UK’s The Guardian in a report titled “Anti-oligarch Ukrainian president’s offshore connections” said: It was a storyline that in earlier times would have seemed impossible. For four years ..read more