Bangladesh and the Indo-Pacific Strategy

[5] Bangladesh's relationship with major powers, particularly India, faces uncertainty following Sheikh Hasina's resignation, as her government had been a key ally in New Delhi's regional strategy.

With the rise of an interim leadership under Muhammad Yunus, Bangladesh’s alignment within the Indo-Pacific could shift, potentially impacting trade and security ties with both India and other global powers.

[7] Bangladesh's relationship with China is important for its development goals and aligns with the broader Indo-Pacific strategy, focusing on mutual cooperation and economic growth.

As India navigates this geopolitical change within the Indo-Pacific strategy, it must adapt its approach to maintain a constructive partnership with Bangladesh amid evolving political dynamics.

[11] This engagement comes at a critical time as Bangladesh navigates its political transition, signaling the U.S. interest into the Bengal Basin as part of its Indo-Pacific strategy, which also requires India to adapt its approach amid shifting geopolitical dynamics in the region.

By balancing relationships with major powers like the United States, China, and India, Bangladesh is navigating complex geopolitical dynamics while striving for economic development and national security.

[16] The India-Bangladesh relationship is crucial for the U.S.-led Indo-Pacific strategy, especially in the context of U.S. ally Japan's engagement with ASEAN and the Quad, as a counter to China's Belt and Road Initiative (BRI).

[19] The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) announced a $202 million grant to enhance governance, social, human, and economic opportunities in a deal signed on September 15, 2024, in Dhaka.