On November 9, the Dhaka Metropolitan Police arrested ten people in various locations across Dhaka.These individuals were found in possession of banners, placards, and posters featuring the United States’ newly elected President Donald Trump. According to Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP) Deputy Commissioner for Media and Public Relations, Muhammad Talebur Rahman, the arrested individuals were allegedly preparing for an illegal procession, brandishing Trump posters and the American flag. Notably, sources indicate that this “victory” march was instructed by top bras within the Bangladesh Awami League. The incident has drawn attention and raised questions about diplomatic relations between Bangladesh and the United States, with some experts concerned that it could strain the relationship, as it represents a surprising and politically charged move in the Bangladeshi context.
A deeper look at the political landscape in Bangladesh reveals a complex web of allegiances and tensions, particularly when it comes to President Trump and the prominent figures who either support or oppose him. Notably, Chief Adviser of the interim government of Bangladesh, Muhammad Yunus, a respected figure in Bangladesh and an ally to prominent Democratic leaders in the US, has been vocally critical of Trump. Yunus, known for his friendship with figures like the Clintons, Barack Obama, and Joe Biden, publicly condemned Trump’s 2016 victory, famously comparing it to a “solar eclipse” and a threat to global unity. Yunus also called on Trump to adopt an inclusive approach focused on “building bridges rather than walls,” marking a clear ideological divide.
Yunus’s alignment with prominent US Democrats has placed him on the opposite end of the political spectrum from Trump. This........