Topic: Bangladesh Politics

Bangladesh Army says it foiled a coup via Facebook

Intelligence sources say the Bangladesh coup attempt last month was fueled by retired officers campaigning to introduce sharia law. The news raises concern about political instability in the region.

Micro-lending genius Yunus: Why he was done wrong

The Bangladeshi government's treatment of Muhammad Yunus, the Nobel Peace Prize winner who has lifted millions out of poverty with his micro-lending program, is shameful. And it does nothing to help the poor.

Pakistani militants expand abroad, starting in Bangladesh

Bangladesh has arrested suspected members of Lashkar-e-Taiba. The Pakistani militant group was blamed for the 2008 Mumbai attacks -- and some fear it could target India again and provoke regional tensions.

Mutiny in Bangladesh: unsolved mystery threatens regional stability

As long the mutiny in Bangladesh remains an unsolved mystery, it opens the door to instability in a country of 150 million people struggling with rising extremism as well as a region that includes Pakistan and India.

Bangladesh arrests are opening act of war crimes tribunal

Two leading Islamist politicians were arrested as Bangladesh prepares to hold a war crimes tribunal for those charged with committing mass murder during the country's liberation war from Pakistan in 1971. Observers worry this might incite violence.

To save power, Bangladesh bans suits and ties

Are terror groups finding a haven in Bangladesh?

Police have uncovered South Asian terror operatives in the country. Reports allege that Bangladeshi and Pakistani intelligence services are involved.

Bangladesh fights rampant corporate corruption

It charged the son of a former leader with laundering kickbacks and is investigating other prominent figures.

Bangladesh: mutiny dealt serious blow to country's security

Prime Minister Hasina revoked an amnesty for rebel soldiers as the Army announced Sunday that it was deploying across the country to apprehend fugitives.

Bangladesh revolt tests civilian rule

The recently elected government took quick measures to end a paramilitary force mutiny that erupted Wednesday, though the situation remains tense.

Violence erupts in Bangladesh as border guards rebel

The mutinous security forces may surrender in exchange for amnesty.

Hasina (and democracy) return to Bangladesh

This week's election ended two years of rule by a military-backed caretaker government.

Bangladesh-Burma (Myanmar) maritime boundary dispute escalates

The oil-rich Bay of Bengal has been contested territory for years.

Terrorists in Bangladesh?

Another Musharraf could emerge if the US doesn't act.

Bangladesh's corruption probe sets back interim government

Former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina Wajed's victory signals continued tensions that could spill into the region.