18 Nov 2025
19m

After Sheikh: what next for Bangladesh?

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"The Intelligence" podcast episode presents two distinct news segments. The first segment discusses the conviction of Sheikh Hasina, Bangladesh's former prime minister, for crimes against humanity, exploring the political ramifications, reactions within Bangladesh, and the potential impact on India-Bangladesh relations. The second segment analyzes the state of the American furniture industry, focusing on the impact of tariffs imposed by Donald Trump, the challenges of reshoring furniture production to the U.S., and potential adaptations for the industry's future. Additionally, the podcast includes a brief segment on a book review that explores the history and evolution of the English alphabet.

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