Both China and India are Bangladesh’s development partners, yet the temperament of Bangladesh’s association with both nations is disparately structured. While India played a formative role in liberating Bangladesh, bonded by shared cultural common ground, China emerged as the key development partner. Until now, Sheikh Hasina has maintained a great rapport with India, while also establishing a robust association with China. If played strategically, she could hammer out a favourable deal for the country, using China against India. Considering the PM’s relentless efforts to develop our economy, a helping hand from both India and China seems most desirable.

Source: Dhaka Tribune February 12, 2019 17:26 UTC