Hasina's death sentence: India's new challenge in South Asian diplomacy
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Dr Satyawan Saurabh
Contd from previous isse
The United States has repeatedly expressed concerns about electoral transparency and human rights violations in Bangladesh, while Pakistan may attempt to steer Bangladesh's political objectives in an anti-India direction. India is balancing this triangular pressure by adopting a strategy that neither retreats into regional power dynamics nor becomes embroiled in any direct conflict. This balance also defines India's broader South Asia approach.
This development could also impact people-to-people contacts and cultural ties. Millions of Bangladeshis work, study, visit, and engage in cultural exchange in India. If the new regime in Bangladesh is dissatisfied with India's stance, pressure on these people could increase, destabilizing the socio-cultural environment of both countries. (To be contd)
Contd from previous isse
The United States has repeatedly expressed concerns about electoral transparency and human rights violations in Bangladesh, while Pakistan may attempt to steer Bangladesh's political objectives in an anti-India direction. India is balancing this triangular pressure by adopting a strategy that neither retreats into regional power dynamics nor becomes embroiled in any direct conflict. This balance also defines India's broader South Asia approach.
This development could also impact people-to-people contacts and cultural ties. Millions of Bangladeshis work, study, visit, and engage in cultural exchange in India. If the new regime in Bangladesh is dissatisfied with India's stance, pressure on these people could increase, destabilizing the socio-cultural environment of both countries. (To be contd)