Category International Relations and Strategic Studies

Bangladesh

Bangladesh at a Crossroads: Democratic Transition and Strategic Balancing

The 2026 general election in Bangladesh — the first electoral exercise after the 2024 student-led uprising that brought an abrupt end to Sheikh Hasina’s long and increasingly authoritarian tenure—marks a decisive inflection point in the country’s political evolution. What has emerged is not simply an alternation of power, but a reconfiguration of political legitima

India–Canada: South Asian Diaspora as a Cultural Bridge

India–Canada: South Asian Diaspora as a Cultural Bridge

The South Asian diaspora in Canada, a community of nearly two million people, is a foundational element of the bilateral relationship between India and Canada. This community has long served as a “cultural bridge”, profoundly influencing both through political collaboration, economic development, and cultural interchange.

Textile

India–Laos: Textile Craft Heritage Exchange (2026)

The textile connection between India and the Lao People’s Democratic Republic (PDR) is rooted in a shared civilizational tapestry that spans over a millennium. Both nations view textiles not merely as commodities but as profound storytellers of cultural identity, spirituality, and social status. Historically, the exchange began through the spread of Buddhism and the migration of the Tai people, who carried weaving traditions from the Yunnan region into the Mekong Valley.

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