Escalating Tensions Between India and Bangladesh

India and Canada are currently experiencing a significant diplomatic standoff, with a recent survey revealing that 39% of Canadians feel the Trudeau administration has mishandled relations with India, while skepticism about future improvements persists. In contrast, tensions between India and Bangladesh have escalated dramatically following the ousting of Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, leading to mass protests and violence against Bangladeshi diplomatic missions in India. The interim Bangladeshi government, led by Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus, is perceived as less favorable to India, with accusations of attacks on the Hindu minority in Bangladesh complicating matters further. The Indian government has faced criticism for its handling of the situation, as Hindu nationalist politicians threaten trade embargoes and escalate anti-Bangladesh rhetoric. Observers anticipate that relations between India and Bangladesh will continue to deteriorate, particularly as India navigates its support for Hasina and her party. Overall, both scenarios highlight the fragility of regional diplomacy in South Asia and the impact of domestic political dynamics on foreign relations.