New Delhi, March 28 -- Bangladesh's growth story has caught global attention. From being described as an 'international basket case' in the early years of its independence, it has now become one of the ten fastest-growing economies globally. At the same time, Dhaka's foreign policy outlook too has dramatically changed from being primarily inward-looking to one that is steadily growing its global outreach. Based on a pragmatic assessment of its needs and interests, Bangladesh has been actively engaging with states not only within its immediate neighbourhood but also with key partners elsewhere in the world.

However, Bangladesh's pursuit to carve a place for itself globally will be affected by the ongoing great power rivalry, burgeoning ec...