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Bangladesh's Election: Gen Z Protests Shape Future Governance

2/13/2026

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As polls close in Bangladesh's general election, Rudabeh Shahid from the Atlantic Council analyzes how the 2024 Gen Z protests and a three-block contest will determine the next government.
Shahid's analysis examines Bangladeshi society, international relations, and citizens' aspirations in this electoral context.
The analysis highlights the challenges of transitioning from 17 years of authoritarian rule and the implications for governance.

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As polls close in Bangladesh's general election, Rudabeh Shahid from the Atlantic Council analyzes how the 2024 Gen Z protests and a three-block contest will determine the next government.
Shahid's analysis examines Bangladeshi society, international relations, and citizens' aspirations in this electoral context.
The analysis highlights the challenges of transitioning from 17 years of authoritarian rule and the implications for governance.