Tarique Rahman: Politics and Policies in Contemporary Bangladesh

Book Launch & Discussion Programme hosted by the Oxford Bangla Society

  • 📅 Friday, 24th October 2025
  • 🕔 6:00 PM
  • 📍 Saskatchewan Room, Exeter College, University of Oxford
Oxford Bangla Society Event

About the Event

Join us for a thought-provoking evening exploring the leadership, vision, and policies of Tarique Rahman, Acting Chairman of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP). The programme brings together Oxford students and members of the wider Bangladeshi community to discuss contemporary issues and the ideas in the new book.

Hosted by the Oxford Bangla Society.

Tarique Rahman – Politics and Policies in Contemporary Bangladesh

Speakers & Hosts

Sir Peter Heap

Sir Peter Heap

Head of the Foreign and Commonwealth Office Ireland, Canada, Sri Lanka and Venezuela, Deputy Director General of British Information Services in New York, Deputy High Commissioner in Lagos, Nigeria, High Commissioner in the Bahamas, Senior Trade Commissioner in Hong Kong

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Dr Shahidul Alam

Dr Shahidul Alam

Bangladeshi photojournalist, writer, and activist. Founder of Drik Picture Library, Pathshala South Asian Media Institute and the Chobi Mela International Photography Festival. Named one of Time magazine's 'Persons of the Year' in 2018

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Dr Manjida Ahamed

Dr Manjida Ahamed

Lecturer in Law at Middlesex University, London. MSc in International Human Rights Law (University of Oxford), PhD in International Criminal Law (Middlesex University). Former Junior Research Fellow at the Centre for Genocide Studies, University of Dhaka

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Zahir Uddin Swapan

Zahir Uddin Swapan

Former Member of Parliament in Bangladesh and former convener of the media cell of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party

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Ahmed Muhtadi

Ahmed Muhtadi

Third year student at the University of Oxford, studying History and Politics, current President of the Oxford Bangla Society

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Saimur Mujib Rahman

Saimur Mujib Rahman

Final Year, Physics, University of Oxford

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About the Book

“Tarique Rahman: Politics and Policies in Contemporary Bangladesh” by Mohammad Zainal Abedin examines leadership, governance, and policy directions shaping modern Bangladesh. The event features a talk by the author and a panel discussion on key themes most relevant today.

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Who’s Attending

The event will bring together Oxford students, academics, political analysts, and members of the Bangladeshi community in the UK for an evening of discussion, reflection, and networking.

Oxford Students

Members of the Oxford Bangla Society and students of the University of Oxford, along with students from other universities.

Academics & Researchers

Faculty and fellows with expertise in South Asian politics, governance, and public policy.

Community Members

Distinguished guests and members of the Bangladeshi community across the UK.

Event Schedule

  1. Arrival & Networking

  2. Seating

  3. Opening Context

    Moderator: Ahmed Muhtadi

  4. Event Structure

    Moderator: Saimur Rahman

  5. Guest Speaker

    Sir Peter Heap

  6. Guest Speaker

    Dr Shahidul Alam

  7. Guest Speaker

    Dr Manjida Ahamed

  8. Guest Speaker

    Zahir Uddin Swapan

  9. Audience Q&A

    Moderators + Officials

  10. Closing Remarks

  11. Food will be served

Venue

Saskatchewan Room, Exeter College, University of Oxford, OX1 3DP. Entry via Turl Street Gate. Closest station: Oxford Railway Station (≈10 mins walk).

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