Donald Trump’s victory has started various discussions
The news of Donald Trump’s victory in the US presidential election has started various discussions in the arena of international politics. Bangladesh’s political, diplomatic and business circles are wondering how the US-Bangladesh relationship will be affected by the second term of his administration.
Trump’s first term marked a new trend in Bangladesh-US relations in terms of economic cooperation and defense. Bangladesh being an important trading partner of the United States, various steps were taken to increase trade and investment between the two countries. American investment is seen to increase, especially in the information technology and energy sectors. However, according to economists, the Trump administration’s “America First” policy may create challenges in Bangladesh in some cases.
Efforts to increase defense and security cooperation in South Asia were seen in the first term of the Trump administration. Efforts to improve India-US relations and curb China’s influence have also affected Bangladesh. In the second term, discussions may continue regarding the inclusion of Bangladesh in the security system of the region as part of the Indo-Pacific strategy of the United States.
However, what China and India will respond to this matter is also a matter of consideration. Although there is pressure on human rights issues, it will not have a major impact on the overall cooperation of Bangladesh-US relations, according to many. According to experts, the second term of Donald Trump may affect Bangladesh’s economy, security and political arena, but new possibilities can be created in relations.
Abdul Awal Mintu, one of the leading businessmen of the country, told our daily, “Even if the power changes, there is no major change in the US policy.” US market access and tariff policies are likely to remain the same. However, the ‘America First’ policy may create some challenges. He further said that Bangladesh’s economy is now diversified and we are not only dependent on the United States. If there is any tariff change in the US market,
We will focus on increasing exports to Asia, Europe and Middle East markets. But he also noted that increasing American investment in Bangladesh is important, especially in the garment, technology and energy sectors. Therefore, if the current policy is maintained for business expansion and investment, it will be helpful for Bangladeshi businessmen.
International analyst Nurul Amin Bepari, a professor of political science at Dhaka University, said that the foreign policy of the United States is determined in advance. Major fields do not change much. But the president can make some changes in minor fields. In that case, I think that Trump will not worry so much about Bangladesh relations.
Regarding Trump’s post on the X handle, he said that he actually did it to attract the votes of the minorities living there. He may have adopted this policy on the advice of his think tank. It is true that he (Trump) has a personal relationship with Modi. But Modi will not go to attack Yunus sahib. Because he (Dr. Yunus) has a base all over the world including the United States. Yunus sahib also has a trump card called China if India or the US pressures too much. In that case, he (Dr. Yunus) will establish relations with China.
International analyst Sahab Enam Khan said, an important feature of US foreign policy is its stability. Bilateral relations may see some changes, but strategic cooperation is unlikely to undergo major changes.
However, US concerns about Bangladesh’s relationship with China may increase, which may pose some strategic challenges. He also said that in the last few years, the international community has criticized the human rights situation, political instability and protection of democratic values in Bangladesh. He (Trump) can put pressure on the Bangladesh government on human rights and democracy issues.
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