Prevailing Sources of Bilateral Tension and Unresolved Issues in India–Bangladesh Relations: A Contemporary Analysis Introduction India and Bangladesh share a deeply intertwined historical, cultural, and geopolitical relationship. India played a pivotal role in the birth of Bangladesh in 1971, laying the foundation for strong bilateral ties. However, despite episodes of robust cooperation—particularly under the current … Continue reading What are the prevailing sources of bilateral tension and unresolved issues shaping the contemporary dynamics of India–Bangladesh relations?
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To what extent do constituent units of the Indian federation, particularly border states like West Bengal, influence the formulation and execution of India’s foreign policy—especially in the context of transboundary issues and subnational diplomacy with neighbouring countries such as Bangladesh?
Subnational Influence in Indian Foreign Policy: The Role of Border States in Transboundary Diplomacy with Bangladesh Introduction In traditional Westphalian paradigms of international relations, foreign policy is the exclusive prerogative of the national government, while subnational units play a negligible role in external affairs. However, in practice, the domestic–international nexus has become increasingly prominent, especially … Continue reading To what extent do constituent units of the Indian federation, particularly border states like West Bengal, influence the formulation and execution of India’s foreign policy—especially in the context of transboundary issues and subnational diplomacy with neighbouring countries such as Bangladesh?