Breaking the Ice: How the Monsoon Revolution Paved the Way for Pakistan-Bangladesh Rapprochement
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.55737/qjss.vi-ii.25332Keywords:
Pakistan-Bangladesh Relations, Monsoon Revolution, Diplomatic Reconciliation, Youth-Led Movements, Foreign Policy ShiftsAbstract
The unresolved matters stemming from the 1971 war have resulted in a complicated relationship between Pakistan and Bangladesh. This has rendered their collaboration on political and economic issues difficult. The current studies insufficiently focus on sociopolitical groupings as agents of change and excessively emphasize political tensions and historical conflicts. This study addresses the deficiencies by analyzing the Monsoon Revolution, a student-led movement in Bangladesh, and Pakistan's interactions with its neighbors, thereby shaping public perception of the nation. The study aims to analyze the growth of relations between Pakistan and Bangladesh, the impact of the revolution on political discourse, and the potential for new avenues of collaboration, including economic and cultural interchange. This study demonstrates how concepts, identities, and social groups may influence diplomatic interactions and aligns with Constructivist Theory in International Relations. This study utilizes case studies, document analysis, and secondary sources to illustrate how the Monsoon Revolution facilitated a shift from historical animosity to economic pragmatism, hence promoting diplomatic re-engagement. Research indicates that efforts led by youth can substantially impact foreign policy by enhancing regional collaboration and increasing teamwork. This study demonstrates that common economic interests and social and political advancements might facilitate the resolution of past grievances, hence enhancing discourse on post-war peacebuilding.
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