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U.S. Waves Off Reports on Bangladesh Pressure while Remaining Concerned about Yunus

“Is Sheikh Hasina shooting too many arrows towards the US as you are asking for free, fair, and credible elections and rule of law and anti-corruption?” Ansarey asked at the briefing.

September 23, 2017

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State Department Condemns China’s New Judicial Guidelines Targeting Taiwan Independence Supporters

“We strongly condemn the escalatory and destabilizing language and actions from PRC officials. We continue to urge restraint and no unilateral change to the status quo. And we urge the PRC to

June 27, 2024

by Mushfiqul Fazal Ansarey

US Refutes Russian Claims of Meddling in Indian Elections and Addresses Alleged Assassination Plot

When the State Department correspondent for South Asia Perspectives (SAP) asked about these allegations, State Department spokesperson Matthew Miller firmly denied any US involvement in the Indian elections. ‘With respect to the

June 11, 2024

by Mushfiqul Fazal Ansarey

HRW Report Myanmar Military Junta Targets Lawyers Defending Protesters in Ongoing Crackdown

As the international community continues to monitor the human rights crisis in Myanmar, the plight of lawyers defending the rights of demonstrators demands immediate attention in order to ensure that justice prevails

January 1, 2016

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South Asia’s Readiness for a Post-Tariff Pivot: Who Can Fill the China Gap?

The 90-day tariff pause is more than a diplomatic overture—it might be a geopolitical reset for global trade. While the clock ticks, South Asia must assess and act. India and Bangladesh have a

April 10, 2025

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Former US diplomats Milam, Danilowicz call on Chief Adviser

This view has been informed by my evaluation of the 2007-08 Caretaker Government, which lost all of its leverage over the political parties once it announced that elections would take place by

March 6, 2025

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Vox Populi, Vox Dei

This view has been informed by my evaluation of the 2007-08 Caretaker Government, which lost all of its leverage over the political parties once it announced that elections would take place by

December 23, 2024

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Editorial Winter 2024 Edition

While maintaining a focus on implementing reforms, the interim government also continues efforts to attract foreign investment and address concerns about the risk of a resurgence in terrorism.

December 23, 2024

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India – China Relations

As India seeks to grow its economy it needs economic investment from China. Like all its partners, whether the U.S. or Japan or South Korea or Europe, India understands that trade with

December 22, 2024

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U.S. Welcomes Bangladesh’s Election Timeline and Calls for Justice in Enforced Disappearances

The United States has welcome Bangladesh’s announcement of national elections scheduled for late 2025 or early 2026. Addressing questions at a press briefing , U.S. State Department Principal Deputy Spokesperson Vedant Patel

December 19, 2024

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US Watching to Ensure Burma Crisis Doesn’t Threaten Regional Stability

The United States is closely monitoring the deteriorating security situation in Burma as the Arakan Army consolidates control over Rakhine State including sensitive border areas with Bangladesh.“We are following the development closely.

December 18, 2024

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Electing President Trump: Fresh Outlook into South Asian Diaspora

A striking example emerged in California, where Governor Gavin Newsom recently vetoed a caste discrimination bill that would have addressed systemic bias among South Asian communities. Many grassroots activists expected Vice President

December 3, 2024

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Trump’s Second Term: Transactional Partnerships and Strategic Balancing in South Asia

A second Trump administration will likely implement a more transactional, security-driven approach to South Asia, balancing strategic alliances with economic pragmatism and counterterrorism goals. Trump’s “America First” policy will guide these interactions,

November 10, 2024

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White House Previews Modi Visit; Reiterates Stance Towards Bangladesh Elections

Kirby was responding to a question from SAP Executive Editor Mushfiqul Fazal, who asked “As the largest democracy in the world, will India be with the US efforts to ensuring voting rights

June 14, 2024

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