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Mohammed Yunus, the unelected leader of Bangladesh, faces an uncertain future following Donald Trump’s re-election. Yunus, who ascended to power with alleged support from the US under the Biden administration, now faces a new political landscape. His close ties to the Clintons and accusations of US intervention in Bangladesh’s affairs have drawn scrutiny, particularly in light of Trump’s vocal criticism of the nation’s treatment of religious minorities. This article delves into the complex dynamics of Yunus’s leadership, his changing relationship with the US, and the potential implications for Bangladesh’s future.

Bangladesh’s newly formed interim government has pledged to address the violence directed at Hindus and other religious minorities following the removal of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina. The interim cabinet, led by Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus, has expressed concern over the attacks and promised to work with representative bodies to resolve the situation. The interim government has also outlined several urgent priorities, including providing support to families of protesters killed during demonstrations, paying for those injured in the unrest, and reopening Dhaka’s metro system. The government is also moving to replace officials associated with the ousted regime with individuals seen as more independent and less beholden to the previous government.

A report released by the Prime Minister’s Economic Advisory Council (PM-EAC) has sparked controversy, claiming that religious minorities in India are safe and face no discrimination. However, critics argue that the report’s findings are based on outdated data and overlook key demographic trends. The issue of Muslim population growth has become a focal point, with some raising concerns about the ‘population jihad’ and the potential threat to the Hindu majority. However, demographers dismiss these fears, citing declining fertility rates and educational improvements among Muslims. The report’s use of population growth as an indicator of well-being is also questioned, as higher fertility rates are often associated with illiteracy and economic backwardness. Experts emphasize that the status of religious minorities should be assessed based on their access to education, social welfare, and representation in power structures. While India boasts a large Muslim population, their fertility rates are declining and are projected to stabilize in the future. Therefore, fears of Hindus becoming a minority are unfounded.