Bangladesh, June 1 -- The recent controversy surrounding the so-called 'kitchen cabinet' within the interim government led by Prof Dr. Muhammad Yunus has generated intense debate across political circles, social media platforms and sections of the mainstream press.

Several former advisers, including Brigadier General (Retd.) M SakhawatHossain, MdTouhidHossain, Prof AsifNazrul, Farida Akhter and Asif Mahmud ShojibBhuyain, have publicly distanced themselves from certain major policy decisions, particularly the much-discussed trade agreement with the United States.

Yet, amid the political noise, it is important to approach the issue with realism, institutional understanding and historical perspective.

In fact, the phrase "kitchen cabinet...