Ambassador (Retd.) Prabhat Shukla notes that Russia had earlier offered India advanced jet-engine technology—similar to Safran’s proposal—but India didn’t take it up, and now stresses the need to openly engage the US and understand what’s behind Washington’s growing coolness, if not negativity, towards India. Watch the full interview - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PHsYN56EmIo

Ambassador (Retd.) Prabhat Shukla explains how Trump’s remark calling Greenland part of North America reflects the Arctic’s growing strategic importance as new sea routes open up, reviving an old geopolitical obsession. Watch the full interview - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PHsYN56EmIo

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In this in depth conversation with Global Order's Ishan Dhar, Professor Hindol Sengupta of O. P. Jindal Global University examines the growing political and security fault lines in West Bengal and Bangladesh. Against the backdrop of recent violence in Murshidabad linked to the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of voter rolls, Prof. Sengupta analyses the illegal immigration challenge in West Bengal and its implications for India’s national security, electoral integrity, and democratic institutions. The discussion also turns to Bangladesh’s Islamist resurgence, the shifting political landscape ahead of the February elections, and why India must brace itself for a period of “ugly churn” in the region. A conversation that raises uncomfortable but urgent questions, and why they should concern us all. In this conversation, Hindol Sengupta discusses the complex political landscape of Bangladesh, focusing on the rise of Jamaat and Islamism, the implications of upcoming elections, and the role of the Bangladeshi army. He emphasizes the precarious situation in West Bengal due to illegal immigration and political violence, while also highlighting the cultural resilience of the Bengali people amidst these challenges. The discussion reflects on the historical context of Bangladesh's politics and the potential future scenarios for governance and stability in the region. Key takeaways: - Bangladesh is facing significant political challenges ahead of the upcoming elections. - The rise of Jamaat and Islamism poses a threat to Bangladesh's stability. - Illegal immigration from Bangladesh into West Bengal is a growing concern. - The Bangladeshi army plays a crucial role in the political landscape. - Cultural resilience among the Bengali people may counteract radicalization. - The relationship between the Awami League and BNP is complex and fraught with historical tensions. - Islamism in Bangladesh is influenced by external factors, including Turkey and Pakistan. - Witness intimidation and violence are prevalent in the political sphere. - The future of Bangladesh hinges on the outcome of the elections and the return of Sheikh Hasina. India must navigate its relationship with Bangladesh carefully, considering regional security. Chapters 00:00 - 01:48 - Opening 01:49 - 04:34 - How India is being compromised in West Bengal 04:35 - 08:09 - The Chief Minister and illegal immigration in West Bengal 08:10 - 10:15 - Can a new state government tackle West Bengal's illegal immigration crisis? 10:16 - 13:58 - Who is driving the rhetoric of a 'Greater Bangladesh'? 13:59 - 21:29 - Is the US fishing in Bangladesh's troubled waters? 21:30 - 24:47 - What explains Bangladesh's Islamist resurgence? 24:48 - 30:42 - Can India do business with the BNP? 30:43 - 32:09 - Why was Muhammad Yunus compelled to hold elections? 32:10 - 34:23 - What weapons does the Bangladeshi Army want and why? 34:24 - 38:01 - The Bangladeshi Army's relationship with India 38:02 - 43:23 - Will the Awami League have to reinvent itself? 43:24 - 46:31 - How does India navigate the coming period of churn in Bangladesh? 46:32 - 46:47 - Closing #bangladeshcrisis #westbengal #elections #indiabangladesh #electoralintegrity #nationalsecurity #IllegalImmigration #politicalnews #islamism #southasiapolitics #indiandemocracy #bordersecurity #geopolitics #internalsecurity #regionalstability #bangladesh #muslimbrotherhood