Editorial
Dear Readers,
When generations rise—be it Gen X, Y, Z, or Alpha—those clinging to outdated ideologies often fall and retreat. In Bangladesh, Gen Z mobilised against what they perceived as the authoritarianism of Sheikh Hasina, leading to her fleeing to India, which has now lost its last friendly border among its nine neighbors. India’s policies of harshness, extreme hypocrisy, and exploitation in its bilateral dealings have backfired significantly.
In the broader regional context, the alignment of Russian and Indian policies towards Afghanistan inadvertently contributed to the Taliban’s return to power. Similarly, anti-Indian sentiment propelled Dr. Mohamed Muizzu to power in the Maldives, where he campaigned on removing Indian military presence. Indian policies also faced setbacks in Nepal, a Hindu majority nation, and Sri Lanka, a predominantly Buddhist country, both of which have opposed Indian hegemony.
In the Arab world, anti-Israeli sentiment fuelled by Israel’s treatment of Palestinians remains strong. Israel’s policies, including the killing of Palestinians, occupation of their land, and consistent disregard for UN resolutions and International Court of Justice rulings, have intensified opposition. The Muslim Brotherhood, active across the region under various names, continues to spotlight Israeli settlements and colonial policies as central issues.
Egypt witnessed the rise of its first democratic government after Hosni Mubarak, with Dr. Morsi leading the first elected administration. Jordan’s recent elections saw Islamists secure 31 seats in response to the Israeli attacks on Gaza, which resulted in significant civilian casualties. The political landscape of small Arab states is on the brink of transformation, potentially redrawing regional maps and challenging the Bretton Woods System.
As these geopolitical shifts unfold, we explore this dynamic cycle of change in our cover story.
We hope you find this edition insightful and look forward to bringing you another issue next month.
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