Bangladesh Crisis: Why some democracies fail
The demise of former Bangladeshi PM Khaleda Zia and the return of Tarique Rahman in Bangladeshi politics, mark a significant point in the history of Bangladeshi politics. This timing is crucial as Bangladesh is going through a period of economic and political crisis. With the Student-led revolution in Bangladesh last year, which led to the removal of the long-term tenure of Former PM Sheikh Hasina and the installation of an interim government under Muhammad Yunus, the situation didn't turn out to be as expected. The fall of the Awami League created a political vacuum, which gave rise to long-term oppositions like the Bangladesh Nationalist Party, Jamaat-e-Islami, etc. At the same time, India imposed restrictions on the import of Bangladeshi textiles via land route, which has caused a huge impact on its economy. India has long served as the transit route to help Bangladesh reach the Global market. Moreover, the country is facing a high level of inflation and unemploymen...
