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Mohammad Shafiqur Rahman.

12 May 2026

What the BJP Victory Means for Bangladesh

Shafiqur Rahman · 12 May 2026

The BJP’s consolidation along India’s eastern frontier eliminates state-level buffers, streamlining bilateral governance while raising border enforcement, economic competition, and political tensions.

29 Apr 2026

Peter Magyar, Another Young Rebel Prince who Won

Shafiqur Rahman · 29 Apr 2026

Péter Magyar’s defeat of Viktor Orbán in Hungary demonstrates how former regime insiders can dismantle entrenched illiberal autocracies by turning populist mechanics, direct digital outreach, and anti-corruption messaging against ruling elites.

9 Dec 2025

The New Battle for Bangladesh

Shafiqur Rahman · 9 Dec 2025

Bangladesh’s post-Hasina politics is marked by a fierce contest between old elites and rising aspirants vying to fill newly opened power spaces. This debate is simply one front in this broader elite struggle reshaping the country’s political future.

30 May 2025

Childhood’s End

Shafiqur Rahman · 30 May 2025

The future belongs to those who can skillfully maneuver on the world stage