Bangladesh, Feb. 9 -- Nigel Farages right-wing Reform UK party has made headlines by leading a YouGov voting intention poll for the first time, surpassing the ruling Labour Party. This unexpected surge has rattled the UK political establishment and carries implications far beyond British borders. Reform UKs ascent is not an isolated event but rather a reflection of the growing strength of populist movements across Western democracies.

Farage is no stranger to British politics. As a central figure in right-wing populism for decades, he played a pivotal role in the Brexit campaign of 2016. His previous political venture, the Brexit Party, won the 2019 European Parliament elections with 31.6% of the vote, demonstrating his ability to channe...