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Bangladesh

Bangladesh is in a state of political turmoil after weeks of student-led mass protests, which drew the curtain on PM Sheikh Hasina's 15-year rule. Elections for a new government took place on February 12.

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A woman with her child looks at a boat which carried Rohingya refugees to the Laweueng beach in Pidie district of Aceh province, on December 10, 2023

Rohingya risk lives at sea to flee Myanmar, Bangladesh

Rohingya risk lives at sea to flee Myanmar, Bangladesh

Every year, thousands of Rohingya attempt to flee Myanmar and Bangladesh by sea. Hundreds of them die on their journeys.
MigrationMarch 11, 2026
A young woman with long hair, wearing glasses, stands in a room surrounded by other people using sewing machines. Superimposed on either side of her are two images of mobile phones showing models in a fashion show (left) and a closeup of a person sewing a seam (on the right)

Young Bangladeshi designer gains success by going local

Young Bangladeshi designer gains success by going local

How a Bangladeshi designer has successfully used social media to launch her own fashion label.
LifestyleMarch 6, 202602:57 min
Bangladesh police officers stand guard behind a yellow gate

India and Bangladesh move towards resetting ties

India and Bangladesh move towards resetting ties

The resumption of visa services at both countries' consulates is a welcome first step, but tensions remain.
PoliticsFebruary 26, 2026
Women in Bangladesh line up to vote in a separate line from men in February 2026

Bangladesh sees historic low of women in parliament

Bangladesh sees historic low of women in parliament

One of the few new female MPs told DW that female candidates are systemically sidelined.
PoliticsFebruary 26, 2026
A female first-time voter speaks with DW

What do Bangladesh's 'youth bulge' voters want?

What do Bangladesh's 'youth bulge' voters want?

Of the more than 127 million people registered to vote in Bangladesh, more than 5 million will do so the first time.
PoliticsFebruary 11, 202601:23 min
Muhammed Habibe Millat of the Awami League

'I want justice': Awami League MP Habibe Millat

'I want justice': Awami League MP Habibe Millat

Habibe Millat, a senior figure in the government toppled in 2024, speaks to DW about the elections in Bangladesh.
PoliticsFebruary 11, 202606:47 min
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Bangladesh lacks women in politics

DW talks to women in Bangladesh about how they feel about the low number of women running in the 2026 election.
EqualityFebruary 10, 202603:25 min
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T20 World Cup cricket: Why Bangladesh won't travel to India

A month before the tournament begins, Bangladesh's decision not to play in India comes amid rising tensions.
SportsJanuary 6, 2026
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From streets to change? A decade of Asia's youth protests

From Nepal to Bangladesh and Hong Kong, Asia's youth have shaken governments. DW examines 11 years of youth movements.
PoliticsDecember 24, 202509:27 min
A garment factory in Bangladesh's capital Dhaka destroyed by fire

Bangladesh: Inside Dhaka's garment factory fire 

A fire at a Dhaka garment factory recently killed 16 workers, highlighting the lack of enforcement and accountability.
SocietyNovember 25, 202502:34 min
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Millions of refugees in camps around the world will feel the loss of billions in aid funding as winter approaches.
MigrationNovember 15, 2025
Bangladesh | Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina addresses the media at a vandalized metro station in Mirpur

Bangladesh: Ban of ex-PM Hasina's party tests democracy

With her party banned, Hasina has called for a boycott of next year's polls. Are fair elections possible in Bangladesh?
PoliticsOctober 31, 2025
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