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THE THIRD VIEW

Mahfuz Anam

THE THIRD VIEW

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Column by Mahfuz Anam / PM continues to build confidence, BNP corrodes it

4 September 2026
What are the lessons of July charter that need to be implemented?
4 September 2026
BNP new secretary general after Mirza Fakhrul

Column by Mahfuz Anam / Expectations from BNP’s next secretary general

21 August 2026
Congratulations to Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir for being elected president of Bangladesh. We believe he will restore to the post much of the dignity that was eroded by the former one.
21 August 2026
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Column by Mahfuz Anam / Political acumen is fine, but economic expertise is crucial

7 August 2026
In Bangladesh, we love democracy, cherish it and fight for it, but we have repeatedly failed to make it durable.
7 August 2026
July Charter implementation latest news

Column by Mahfuz Anam / July charter implementation: Growing distance between BNP and the opposition is worrisome

24 July 2026
After our Liberation War, we started off with the parliamentary system of government. Then Bangabandhu himself betrayed that vision and that of multiparty democracy by instituting BAKSAL, a one-party system, and introducing the presidential model of government.
24 July 2026
US independence 250th anniversary 2026

Column by Mahfuz Anam / 250 years of US independence: Do Americans know or care about their founding principles?

10 July 2026
America’s most powerful attraction—freedom of thought—is under stress today.
10 July 2026
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Column by Mahfuz Anam / The PM says police don’t belong to any party. Can we establish this in practice?

15 May 2026
The prime minister’s quote that I use as the headline of this column is music to our ears, constituting the most vital policy directive that this country needs to take.
15 May 2026
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Column by Mahfuz Anam / Politicisation of our professions

1 May 2026
A fact that we don’t discuss much, and seem to have taken as a given, is the politicisation of our various professions.
1 May 2026
importance of free media in a democracy

Column by Mahfuz Anam: 35th anniversary of The Daily Star / When independent newspapers burn, so does democracy

24 April 2026
When independent, objective and fact-based newspapers are set on fire, it is democracy that burns.
24 April 2026
Unhealthy election controversy must be resolved

Unhealthy election controversy must be resolved

Just as the fundamental reforms are necessary for the country, so is an elected government.
17 April 2025
Military with general public

Stability is the need of the hour

Right now, there are two major issues: progress of reforms, and the prospect of election
27 March 2025
Will the new party trigger a new political culture?

Will the new party spark a new political culture?

Bangladesh needs a new political party with youthful energy, spirited patriotism, and genuine love for the poor and downtrodden.
13 March 2025
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Editor's Note

Welcome to the latest issue of Your Property Guru, brought to you by The Daily Star. In this quarterly edition, we are excited to explore the emerging trends shaping Bangladesh’s real estate sector, equipping you with valuable insights to navigate this dynamic and ever-evolving market.
11 March 2025
role of editors in journalism

Editors, don't become PROs of proprietors

We must renew our pledge to journalistic ethos and commitment to democracy, freedom of expression, freedom of the press, and public service.
27 February 2025
challenges for free media in Bangladesh

A new reality for free media

Sadly, some very disturbing signs can still be seen that are posing a new set of threats against free press.
20 February 2025
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Editor's Note

On the occasion of its 34th Anniversary, The Daily Star is proud to present a special 200-page supplement, divided into five segments.
17 February 2025
How the ex-PM used and abused intelligence agencies

How the ex-PM used and abused intelligence agencies

We need legal frameworks to prevent their future misuse
13 February 2025
Reforms vs election

Reforms vs election: A distracting debate

Those who place the election above reforms undervalue the vital need for the latter.
30 January 2025
reform proposals in Bangladesh

We never got a chance to reform our state and politics like now. Let’s not waste it

Our initial study of the reports of the four commissions indicates that the recommendations are quite substantive.
16 January 2025
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Editor’s note

Welcome to the latest issue of Your Property Guru, brought to you by The Daily Star. In this quarterly edition, we’re excited to share the latest trends and insights from Bangladesh’s ever-evolving real estate sector, keeping you informed and ahead in this dynamic market.
24 December 2024
Election in Bangladesh

Election in first half of ’26 is not unreasonable, but Dec ’25 is doable

Whatever the differing stances of various political parties may be, people in general would prefer to exercise their franchise.
19 December 2024
comparison of Assad and Hasina leadership

Assad’s ouster and the ever-changing world for Bangladesh

Do we have the expertise to tackle the crises and exploit the opportunities in the evolving geopolitical scenario?
12 December 2024
Indian media’s propaganda against Bangladesh

What is Indian media’s gain in branding us as a Hindu-hating country?

What has shocked me is their refusal to fact-check what they are writing, broadcasting or televising—a basic duty of any journalist.
5 December 2024
36 Days of July revolution

You have crushed fascism, now strengthen democracy and press freedom

The Daily Star Editor Mahfuz Anam's appeal to the ‘new generation leaders’
29 November 2024
Bangladesh-India relations

The Indian media and Bangladesh-India relations

The bilateral relationship must be based on a "win-win" policy, rooted in mutual respect, non-hegemony, and the pursuit of shared prosperity and deeper understanding.
21 November 2024
crimes against journalists

Ending impunity for crimes against journalists

Though the signals are mixed we still hope that the media in Bangladesh will see a new dawn.
14 November 2024
rivers and people in Bangladesh

Of rivers and people

The present leadership must prioritise the development of these two assets of Bangladesh for a sustainable and prosperous future.
31 October 2024
impact of Hasina's leadership on Bangabandhu

Hasina’s misrule should not affect our judgement of Bangabandhu

The history of Liberation War must be honoured.
17 October 2024
Pro-Awami League journalist couple arrested

The indiscriminate arrests and murder charges

Reckless and unsubstantiated use of murder charges will only make a farce of the law, not bring justice to those who deserve it.
10 October 2024

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