Opinion The SAARC mechanism: Seeking an amicable divorce through multilateralism A revived SAARC can be the basis for inclusive and egalitarian multilateral co-operation, if restructured to be a bulwark against hegemony. Zain Ali December 24th 2024
Column Shahbag and the Permanent Civil War A cultural conflict between Islamist and secular factions is unfolding in the new Bangladesh, shaping a new national identity, while secular progressives are in dire need of introspecting about the effectiveness of their historical narratives. Zain Ali September 20th 2024
Column Confessions of a secular nationalist The end of Awami League's autocratic regime has released the natural flow of Bangladesh's political currents. Accepting this new reality is the first step towards constructive dialogues and action. Zain Ali August 29th 2024