Solicited Sovereignty

What does it mean for a nation to be sovereign in the 21st century?

Solicited Sovereignty is a compelling collection of thought-provoking essays that explores Bangladesh’s strategic imperatives at the intersection of climate change, maritime strategy, technological innovation, cultural identity, and spiritual revival. Written by Commodore Syed Misbah Uddin Ahmad (Retd), this anthology draws from decades of experience, insight, and reflection on issues that shape not only Bangladesh’s future but the fate of emerging nations navigating a complex global order.

From the icy edges of Antarctica to the warming waters of the Bay of Bengal, from reflections on Ramadan and Badr to cutting-edge debates on AI, submarines, and semiconductors—this book journeys across continents, disciplines, and paradigms to ask the essential questions of our time.

🔹 How can Bangladesh assert its maritime sovereignty in an era of Indo-Pacific competition?

🔹 Can Antarctica and blue carbon define the future of its climate diplomacy?

🔹 Is spirituality still relevant in a post-modern world dominated by algorithms and geopolitics?

Whether you're a student of international relations, a policymaker, a technologist, or a concerned citizen, Solicited Sovereignty will challenge your assumptions, deepen your understanding, and ignite a sense of purposeful agency.

This is not merely a book of essays. It is a call to reimagine nationhood—rooted in values, bold in strategy, and global in vision.