Bangladesh

Bangladesh is currently grappling with a devastating measles outbreak, which has claimed over 1,000 child lives and infected nearly 187,484, making it the country's deadliest in decades. This crisis has been exacerbated by a vaccination drive that missed millions of children, leading to overwhelmed hospitals. Concurrently, the nation is experiencing its first major protests under Prime Minister Tarique Rahman, driven by public discontent over rising living costs. Environmental issues are also prominent, with concerns raised about a coal-fired power station near the Sundarbans mangrove forest, a vital ecosystem shared with India. Furthermore, Bangladesh's potential involvement in a defense pact with Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Pakistan has raised concerns for India, potentially impacting Bangladesh's strategic neutrality. The country also exports hydroelectricity to India and Bangladesh.