Mahfuz Anam

THE THIRD VIEW

Editor and publisher, The Daily Star

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.

1d ago

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?

1w ago

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.

2w ago

You have crushed fascism, now strengthen democracy and press freedom

The Daily Star Editor Mahfuz Anam's appeal to the ‘new generation leaders’

3w ago

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.

4w ago

Ending impunity for crimes against journalists

Though the signals are mixed we still hope that the media in Bangladesh will see a new dawn.

1m ago

Of rivers and people

The present leadership must prioritise the development of these two assets of Bangladesh for a sustainable and prosperous future.

1m ago

Hasina’s misrule should not affect our judgement of Bangabandhu

The history of Liberation War must be honoured.

2m ago
December 20, 2024
December 20, 2024

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.

December 13, 2024
December 13, 2024

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?

December 6, 2024
December 6, 2024

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.

November 30, 2024
November 30, 2024

You have crushed fascism, now strengthen democracy and press freedom

The Daily Star Editor Mahfuz Anam's appeal to the ‘new generation leaders’

November 22, 2024
November 22, 2024

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.

November 15, 2024
November 15, 2024

Ending impunity for crimes against journalists

Though the signals are mixed we still hope that the media in Bangladesh will see a new dawn.

November 1, 2024
November 1, 2024

Of rivers and people

The present leadership must prioritise the development of these two assets of Bangladesh for a sustainable and prosperous future.

October 18, 2024
October 18, 2024

Hasina’s misrule should not affect our judgement of Bangabandhu

The history of Liberation War must be honoured.

October 11, 2024
October 11, 2024

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.

October 4, 2024
October 4, 2024

Chief Adviser Yunus's UNGA trip a critical turning point

Now is the best chance for Bangladesh to strengthen international cooperation.