Bangladesh, July 17 -- For decades, the world has known Bangladesh primarily through its ready-made garments industry - the second-largest exporter globally, powering the economy and employing millions.Maps

But a subtler story is unfolding: Bangladesh is steadily expanding its influence not through military or economic might, but through culture, ideas, and moral leadership.

Our greatest soft power asset remains our cultural heritage. The Language Movement of 1952 gave the world International Mother Language Day, a UNESCO-recognised symbol of linguistic diversity.

Baul music, Jamdani weaving, and Pohela Boishakh celebrations carry our identity across borders.

Bengali dramas, music, and TikTok creators are reaching audiences throughou...