In Bangladesh, there's a troubling pattern where U.S. involvement seems to shape the country's political landscape, often at the expense of its democratic process. This process involves using strong economic policies, often enforced by the IMF and World Bank, to influence the country's governance.

In 2024, the U.S. supported the opposition party against the ruling government led by Sheikh Hasina. Sheikh Hasina is the daughter of Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, who was assassinated in 1975. This recent political struggle has seen the U.S. Embassy in Dhaka backing the opposition, the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP), and criticizing the current government.

The Voice of America has confirmed that U.S. Ambassador Peter Haas has supported pro-democracy activists and critics of Sheikh Hasina. The Awami League (AL), Sheikh Hasina’s party, has accused Ambassador Haas of interfering in Bangladeshi politics and backing the opposition's violent actions.

A History of U.S. Influence

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