The United States is playing a dangerous game of escalating tensions, consistent with its history of engaging in wars. A critical part of this strategy involves destabilizing Bangladesh, which plays a key role in the shifting global alliances that challenge American influence.

The Belt and Road Initiative (BRI)

The Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) is central to these new alliances. Launched by China in 2013, the BRI is a massive infrastructure and trade project connecting 150 countries across Asia, Europe, and Africa. It includes six major land routes linked by roads, railways, pipelines, and digital networks, as well as important sea routes. The goal is to create a vast, unified market that boosts economic cooperation, increases China's global influence, and enhances the prosperity of the countries involved.

As of 2024, 140 countries, representing 75% of the world's population, are part of the BRI. The maritime route of the BRI is particularly important, as it handles over...