Paradoxically, Trump’s business acumen may drive him to pursue a transactional relationship with Beijing, particularly on trade. His mixed signals—threatening punitive tariffs on one hand while professing respect for President Xi Jinping on the other—highlight his dual approach: toughness on core issues but openness to negotiation. However, any concessions to China may come with strings attached, as Trump is likely to frame such moves as victories for his America-centric economic agenda.
The deliberate dissemination of misinformation appears to serve dual purposes: undermining the interim government of Bangladesh led by Dr. Muhammad Yunus and aligning with broader political strategies in neighboring India. For instance, the formation of a special committee by the Indian government to monitor the situation of Bangladeshi Hindus is unprecedented. This move, while ostensibly aimed at ensuring minority rights, also reinforces a narrative that paints the interim government as ineffective in maintaining order and protecting minorities. The propaganda behind these incidents could be that only Sheikh Hasina in power is safe for Hindus in Bangladesh. No other governments care about them. If they need to be safe, bring back Hasina at any cost. This is the message and scene behind their story.
Since that time, Article 370 of the Indian Constitution has granted Jammu and Kashmir a distinctive position within the Indian union, granting the region its own Constitution, flag, and decision-making powers on internal matters, with the exception of defense, foreign affairs, and communications. This arrangement, despite its contentious nature, served as a testament to the distinctive identity of Kashmir within India. However, the BJP has long regarded Article 370 as an anomaly, as a result of its Hindutva nationalism ideology. The BJP's ideology has been centered on the unification of all Indian states and the integration of Kashmir into the national consensus. This culminated in August 2019, when the Government of India, under the leadership of the BJP, abrogated Article 370 and divided Jammu and Kashmir into two union territories—Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh—thereby rescinding the special status of the state.