Hasina's death sentence: India's new challenge in South Asian diplomacy

    01-Dec-2025
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Dr Satyawan Saurabh
Contd from previous isse
Another important aspect is that instability in Bangladesh's politics could also negatively impact India-Bangladesh economic relations. The two countries have extensive trade exchanges, industrial cooperation, power and gas pipeline projects, port development agreements, cross-border rail and road connectivity, and several economic corridors underway. If the political crisis in Bangladesh prolongs, these projects could slow down, the investment climate could be affected, and trade could be disrupted. This becomes particularly challenging at a time when regional powers—especially China—are actively expanding their presence in Bangladesh. (To be contd)