Politics

The Weaponization of History

What happens when history is turned into an instrument not of understanding, but of coercion, sanctification, and political legitimacy? Across continents and ideologies, regimes and ruling parties have wielded history not just to remember, but to silence, not to teach, but to control.

Childhood’s End

Soon we will no longer be able to rely on Prof Yunus's global reputation to smooth things over with allies and adversaries alike. It is time for Bangladesh to invest in its diplomatic capacity. The future belongs to those who can skillfully maneuver on the world stage.

Kaladan Smokescreen: India’s Response to Yunus’s Northeast Vision

The Kaladan Corridor is India's supposed masterstroke to protect its interests on its eastern flank. Unfortunately for them, there's many slip twixt cup and lip

The kids are alright, how about you?

An appeal to fellow 40-plus folks to wake up from selfish slumber and join our kids

Papye et fe

Three months on from the onset of the Monsoon Revolution, time to reset expectations about politics, and remain hopeful