Major challenges lie ahead for Bangladesh’s leader

Significance The visit was especially notable in light of the tough measures the United States adopted to promote democracy in Bangladesh ahead of the January general election, and Washington’s criticism of the polls after their conclusion. Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina won a fourth consecutive term, and her fifth overall, at the elections. Impacts Managing protests over cost-of-living pressures will be a regular challenge for the authorities. If, as is likely, Prime Minister Narendra Modi wins another term at India’s upcoming general election, Dhaka-Delhi ties will strengthen. Dynastic politics will continue to be a prominent theme across much of South and South-east Asia.