BIPSS COMMENTARY
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Governance in the Age of Faith-Driven Warfare: Challenges for International Peace building
In this thought-provoking commentary, BIPSS Research Assistant Abida Farzana Muna explores how faith-driven conflicts reshape governance structures by replacing secular systems with religious…
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When Proxies Falter: The Changing Face of Iran’s Regional Influence
For decades, Iran mastered the art of proxy warfare—leveraging non-state actors across the Middle East to expand its influence, deter…
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The Strategic Implications of Red Sea: Disruptions on Global Supply Chains
The Red Sea shipping crisis, sparked by Houthi attacks, has exposed deep vulnerabilities in global supply chains. From skyrocketing freight…
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Israel vs Iran: How the Expanding Shadow War Could Spill into South Asia
The Israel-Iran war of June 2025 has shattered any illusion that their shadow conflict could remain confined to the Middle…
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Conflict Prevention in South Asia: Lessons from Recent India-Pakistan Tensions
BIPSS Research Associate Alice Daversin’s paper explores the evolving dynamics of India–Pakistan tensions, emphasizing how traditional military posturing has been…
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The Humanitarian Corridor between Bangladesh and Rakhine: A Strategic Lifeline or Security Risk for Bangladesh?
In her latest commentary, Abida Farzana Muna, Research Assistant at BIPSS, presents a thought-provoking exploration of the proposed humanitarian corridor’s…
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The Arctic Race: Geopolitics at the Top of the World
The Arctic is no longer a silent white wilderness—it’s a high-stakes chessboard where the world’s great powers maneuver for advantage…
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The Future of Airpower: Drones, Stealth and Swarming Tactics
Airpower is undergoing a radical transformation—driven by the convergence of drones, stealth technology, and swarming tactics. In today’s evolving battlefield,…
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Memory as a Battlefield: The Role of Digital Archives in Post-Conflict Truth Wars
In the wake of violent conflict, the struggle over truth and memory begins. This commentary explores how digital archives have…
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Artificial Intelligence and National Security: Can Bangladesh Build Strategic AI Capabilities?
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is increasingly vital to national security, offering Bangladesh opportunities to enhance counterterrorism, cyber defense, and disaster response.…
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