Bangladesh’s election season is turbulent, showcasing the contrasting diplomatic styles of India and the U.S. Both countries support a stable, democratic Bangladesh but differ in their approaches. The U.S. emphasizes fair elections, imposing visa restrictions on those undermining democracy. India, however, views the election as an internal affair of Bangladesh, backing the democratic process. Prime […]
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