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The Editorial Team of Dhaka Opinion Magazine is comprised of Chief Editor, Publishing Editor and Sub-editors. The views expressed by the Editorial Team are the views of the magazine. But the Editorial Team of the magazine is currently comprised of the Chief Editor.
The Maldives — made up of a chain of around 1,200 islands — is a developing country with diverse potential in economic and other terms. The diversification of the tourism industry, which has led to the development of the tourist market over scores of islands, the diversification of the economy and the exploration of renewable energy sources are notable potentials for the Maldives, an upper-middle-income country with a GDP per capita of around $11000 and improved human development outcomes in social and other aspects. Among others, abundant marine resources and strategic location for trade routes can develop its economic and other sectors…
Forced conscription takes place in many countries. But forced conscription — the practice of requiring individuals to serve in the military against their will — has significant negative impacts on both the individuals being conscripted and the overall effectiveness of the military force, including physical and psychological harm to individuals who are not prepared for military service and increased levels of corruption within military institutions, leading to concerns. According to multiple sources, many countries in Asia, Africa and other continents including, but not limited to, Singapore, Israel, North Korea, Norway, Ivory Coast Switzerland and Myanmar legally authorize conscription. While some countries have…
Accidental ammunition depo blasts are not surprising at all. They take place in many countries in Asia, Africa and other regions — resulting in devastating consequences including the loss of life, the destruction of property and damage in surrounding communities — many times. Some accidental ammunition depo blasts include an accidental explosion at a military ammunition depot in Vrbětice in the Czech Republic in 2014, an accidental blast at an ammunition depot in Gerdec in Albania in 2007 and an accidental explosion at a military base in India’s Maharashtra state in 2016. According to multiple sources including the BBC and CNN, an…
Mob killings have turned out to be a concern. Mob killings, according to multiple sources including the BBC and CNN, take place in many countries in Asia, Africa and other regions including, but not limited to, India, Brazil, Mexico, South Africa and Bangladesh. Many people are killed by mobs every year in the world. Mob killings, which refer to the acts of a group of people collectively murdering individuals often as a form of vigilante justice or retribution, have devastating consequences for both the victim and the community at large. While mob killings lead to the loss of innocent lives…
Peace deals are definitely crucial to ending conflicts and bringing peace. Many peace deals including the 1995 Dayton Peace Agreement, the 2005 Comprehensive Sudanese Peace Agreement and the 2005 Aceh Peace Agreement have been made that prevented conflicts, ultimately saving lives and promoting stability. Additionally, peace deals created opportunities for economic growth and development by fostering investment and trade. But according to multiple sources, there is a failure to make peace deals in many conflicts in Asia, Africa and other regions— even if there are ceasefire agreements — including the Ukraine war and the Gaza war. Despite the potential for peace, the…
Cultural exchange is definitely crucial. It brings peace and many other positive outcomes. Cultural exchanges including, but not limited to, the organization of joint artistic collaborations, music festivals and traditional dance performances and the exhibition of movies improve relations between different conflicting countries and communities. Many countries and communities in Asia, Africa and other regions
Ferry disasters are not surprising at all. But vehicle/vehicle-passenger carrying ferry accidents take place in different countries many times and result in the loss of lives and vehicles and economic disruption, leading to concerns. Some notable ferry accidents in the world include the sinking of the ferry MV Sewol in South Korea in 2014 that resulted in over 300 deaths, the sinking of the Al-Salam Boccaccio 98 ferry in the Red Sea in 2006 that claimed the lives of over 1000 passengers and crew members and the capsize of the Senegalese ferry MV Le Joola off the coast of Gambia…
Tunisia is a developing country — with a GDP per capita of $12,165 — and has diverse developmental potentials in economic, social and other terms. According to multiple sources including newspapers, Tunisia is a growing economy with key sectors including agriculture, manufacturing, tourism and services and has affordable healthcare, education, vibrant culture and improved well-being of people. The strategic location of the Republic of Tunisia as a gateway to Africa and Europe presents opportunities for attracting foreign investment and further economic development. Among others, natural resources (such as phosphate, gas and oil), a skilled workforce, a growing technology sector, commitment to economic…
The Gaza war has been going on for around six months. The Gaza war — started after the Operation Al-Aqsa Flood of the Palestinian group Hamas that led to the deaths of more than a thousand Israelis — has in the meantime resulted in the deaths of more than thirty three thousand Palestinians, devastated thousands of residential
Civilian oversight is crucial for ensuring that laws are enforced without any misuse or abuse. Civilian oversight bodies serve as a crucial mechanism for accountability and transparency in law enforcement. Without civilian oversight, there is a risk of abuse of power and erosion of public trust in the justice system. According to multiple sources including multiple newspapers, civilian oversight bodies exist in many countries in Asia, Africa and other regions including, but not limited to, the United Kingdom, Belgium, Canada and South Africa. Such oversight bodies, which aim to ensure that law enforcers are held accountable for their wrong actions,…