New Delhi, Dec. 24 -- Foreign affairs expert Sushant Sareen has launched a sharp critique of the current political establishment in Bangladesh, alleging that the country was increasingly aligning itself with Pakistan and following what he described as a familiar Pakistani playbook, at a time when bilateral relations are facing renewed strain.

"Bangladesh is rediscovering its Pakistani roots. They are following the Pakistani playbook," Sareen said, referring to the actions of the present regime in Dhaka and the political direction it has taken in recent months.

Questioning the legitimacy of the government, Sareen said, "The regime in Bangladesh, which is an illegal, illegitimate, unelected regime, is now totally in the Pakistani pocket."...