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Delwar Hossain

  • Professor
  • Fri, 15 Dec 23

Delwar Hossain, PhD is Professor of International Relations, University of Dhaka, Bangladesh and concurrently Director, East Asia Center, University of Dhaka. Delwar was the Chair of the Department during 2009-2012. He studied at the University of Dhaka for his Bachelor and Masters programs. Subsequently, Delwar did his second Masters and doctoral study in Japan under the prestigious Asian Development Bank and Monbukagusho scholarships respectively. Delwar has more than 27 years of teaching and research experiences in the broad areas of International Relations. Delwar specializes in international relations theories, foreign policy analysis, global cooperation studies, peace & security issues and conflict and development. Delwar also specializes area studies with specific focus on South, Southeast and East Asia. Delwar serves in public and private academic organizations as a senior member to policy making, faculty recruitment, and research evaluation.

PM Hasina portrays Bangladesh as proactive in development
PM Hasina portrays Bangladesh as proactive in development

Diplomacy

Wed, 13 Mar 24

PM Hasina portrays Bangladesh as proactive in development

Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina's participation in the 60th Munich Security Conference was of utmost importance in the current global context. Held in Germany, one of Europe's most powerful nations for the past 60 years, this conference has been a significant fixture. The journey of this conference began in 1963, with its early editions largely focused on the Western world, especially amidst the backdrop of the Cold War. The issues of security between the United States and the Soviet Union were paramount in the initial years of the conference. Following the conclusion of the Cold War, the Munich Security Conference saw an increase in participation from various countries. Security issues from different nations were discussed extensively. Russian President Vladimir Putin has participated in this conference multiple times, emphasizing the development of relations between Russia and the European Union as a crucial agenda.

Hasina's meeting with Zelensky: Conveying a diplomatic message
Hasina's meeting with Zelensky: Conveying a diplomatic message

Diplomacy

Sat, 24 Feb 24

Hasina's meeting with Zelensky: Conveying a diplomatic message

Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has returned to the country after participating in the 60th Munich Security Conference, which was deemed highly significant on the global stage. Held in Germany, one of Europe's most powerful nations for the past 60 years, the conference originated in 1963, initially focusing largely on the Western world. At that time, amidst the backdrop of the Cold War and the ongoing arms race, the conference served as a pivotal platform for discussions on security, particularly concerning the United States and the Soviet Union.

Bangabandhu's philosophy and foreign policy of independent Bangladesh
Bangabandhu's philosophy and foreign policy of independent Bangladesh

Article

Fri, 15 Dec 23

Bangabandhu's philosophy and foreign policy of independent Bangladesh

Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman is the principal architect of the foundation of the foreign policy of post-independence Bangladesh. Bangladesh declared Independence on March 26, 1971, and achieved victory on December 16. Bangabandhu returned to Bangladesh on January 10, 1972, after being imprisoned in Pakistan. Bangabandhu was released from Pakistan prison and came to Bangladesh via London and India. Through his return, he clearly indicated Bangladesh's future foreign policy. His speech at Suhrawardy Udyan after coming to the country also hinted at the future of foreign policy. Bangabandhu emphasized two points regarding foreign policy in his various speeches. These were the foundations of Bangladesh's foreign policy. The present government is also implementing the foreign policy followed by Bangabandhu. Bangabandhu has often said that Bangladesh will be the Switzerland of the East. Apart from this, Bangabandhu used to say that the main structure of Bangladesh's foreign policy will be 'friendship to all, enmity to none. Bangabandhu has established the foundation of Bangladesh's foreign policy by establishing friendships with everyone.