The Intelligence from The Economist After Sheikh: what next for Bangladesh?
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Nov 18, 2025 
Vishnu Padmanabhan, Asia correspondent for The Economist, discusses the shocking verdict against former Bangladeshi Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina and its potential impacts on the nation’s politics and its relationship with India. Annie Crable, news editor, dives into the state of the US furniture industry, exploring how tariffs could reshape manufacturing and trade dynamics. Lane Green, a language expert, adds a quirky twist by unraveling the fascinating history of the English alphabet and its peculiarities. A mix of politics, commerce, and culture!
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Verdict Links Hasina To Lethal Crackdown
- The tribunal found Sheikh Hasina ordered lethal force during protests using drones, helicopters and military weapons.
- The verdict bars appeal unless she returns to Bangladesh and surrenders within 30 days.
Verdict Divides Opinion Domestically
- The interim government and major opposition welcomed the ruling as historic and a step against dictatorship.
- Amnesty and critics argue the tribunal has long lacked due process and raised fairness concerns.
Elections And A Charter Will Shape Next Steps
- The ruling complicates upcoming February elections and could reshape party dynamics if the Awami League remains banned.
- The July Charter reforms will be voted on and will determine long-term democratic changes.