Virtual Seminar on “Bangladesh Ground Zero: The Harsh Reality”

The Global Centre for Democratic Governance (GCDG) is set to host an important virtual seminar titled “Bangladesh Ground Zero: The Harsh Reality”, bringing together prominent journalists, academics, political analysts, and diaspora leaders from around the world.

This international webinar aims to examine the evolving political, democratic, and human rights situation in Bangladesh, offering both domestic insights and global perspectives.

Session 1: Voices from Within

Panelists:

• Arun Anand – Eminent Journalist & Columnist, India
• Andy Vermaut – Senior Editor, indegazette.be, Netherlands
• Sheikh Mohammad Nayem – Student Leader, University of Dhaka, Bangladesh

Session Conclusion:

• Priyajit DebSarkar – Author & Geopolitical Analyst, United Kingdom

Session 2: Diaspora Dialogue – Quo Vadis

Panelists:

• Dr. Molla Huq – Faculty Member, Monash University, Australia
• Christopher Blackburn – European Bangladesh Strategic Dialogue, United Kingdom
• Alan Rides – Director, West London Chamber of Commerce, United Kingdom
• Robert Bob Lancia – Former Legislator, Rhode Island House of Representatives, USA

Moderator:

• Dr. Gautam Chakraborty – Europa University, Germany

Final Remarks

• Prof. Dr. Md. Habibe Millat
  President, Global Centre for Democratic Governance, Canada

Event Details

📍 Format: Virtual (Online)
🗓 Date & Time: 07 February 2026; 10:00 AM (Eastern), 03:00 PM (London), 04:00 PM (CET), 09:00 PM (Dhaka)
🎯 Organized by: Global Centre for Democratic Governance (GCDG)
📰 Media Partner: Global Bangla (globalbangla.news)