Tag: South Asia
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Bangladesh calls for ousted Prime Minister’s return to face trial for atrocities
| Shongjog news agency | Prof. Muhammad Yunus, Chief Adviser of Bangladesh’s interim government, has called for the return of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina from India to face trial for alleged atrocities. In a recent interview with the Press Trust of India released on September 5, 2024, Yunus highlighted…
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Bangladesh’s Sheikh Hasina Flees to India amid Protests
After days of escalating protests, Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has resigned and fled Bangladesh, marking a dramatic end to her extended rule. The resignation follows violent student-led protests demanding political reforms and the abolition of the controversial government quota system. Hasina, in power since 2009, has faced increasing criticism for…
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New Risk Outlook Examines Electoral Dynamics for Bangladesh’s 2024 Election
As Bangladesh prepares for its general election in early 2024, a newly released analytical document is offering a structured assessment of potential political and governance-related risks. Titled “Pre-Election Forecast and Risk Outlook Ahead of the 2024 Bangladesh General Election,” the report emphasizes longer-term dynamics that could influence electoral legitimacy and…
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India’s 2024 Election: A Critical Test for Stability in Asia, New Report Warns
India’s upcoming general election in 2024 is shaping up to be one of the most closely watched political events in Asia, according to the latest report released on October 12, 2023. The report titled “Forecast of Political, Social and Electoral Risks Ahead of the 2024 Indian General Election” warns of…
