'Chicken's Neck' attack & broken economy: Tarique Rahman needs to sweeten bitter past
Published on: Feb. 17, 2026, 2:55 p.m. | Source: The Economic Times
Tarique Rahman is set to take office as Bangladeshs new prime minister, inheriting a nation on edge. A fragile economy, youth unrest, and a garment-dependent trade sector collide with the strategic pressure of the Siliguri Corridor, Indias narrow 'Chicken Neck.' Balancing relations with India, China, and Pakistan while stabilising prices and reforming institutions, Rahmans premiership is set to test his political acumen as he navigates history, geography, and high expectations.
