Dhaka, March 21 -- The world we live in is changing fast. The international order, long defined by well-established rules and norms, faces unprecedented challenges.

Some of these norms are outdated, easily abused by the powerful, and in need of comprehensive reform. But others underpin the system of peace and prosperity on which many countries, including my own, depend. We must defend these norms, strengthen them where necessary, and ensure that they are applied fairly - without exception.

At the same time, we must recognize the complexities of the current international climate. The rise of post-truth politics has fostered a dangerous environment where misinformation is often embraced as holy writ, eroding trust within societies and bet...