The Geopolitics of Energy in South Asia: Energy Security of Bangladesh (Routledge Contemporary South Asia Series)

This book examines the relation between energy and politics in South Asia and explores the geopolitics surrounding energy security in the region. Analyzing energy security and the scramble for resources in South Asia, the book highlights the important role of energy in light of the rapid economic growth of South Asian countries. The book analyzes the current energy security status of the countries in South Asia, their strengths and weaknesses, and the policies that need to be implemented in order to ensure their energy security. Focusing on Bangladesh as a case study, the author argues that the country is geographically important both in respect to its energy resources and as an energy hub. The author applies a novel analytical framework to measure the energy security of the region and examines the role of the US and China in this geopolitical scenario. A new assessment of energy security issues and the geopolitical aspect of energy security, this book will be of interest to researchers in the fields of energy studies and security, International Relations, South Asian Studies and Asian Politics. Cover 1 Half Title 2 Series 3 Title 4 Copyright 5 Dedication 6 Contents 8 List of abbreviations 9 List of figures 11 List of tables 12 Foreword 13 Introduction 16 1 The concept of energy security 31 2 Energy scenario of South Asian countries: an analysis 50 3 The geopolitics of energy in South Asia 84 4 Energy scenario of Bangladesh: policy priorities and challenges 111 5 Issues and challenges facing the energy sector of Bangladesh 126 6 Measuring the energy security of the South Asian countries: an analysis 144 Conclusion 158 Index 182 "This book examines the relation between energy and politics in South Asia and explores the geo-politics surrounding energy security in the region. Analysing energy security and the scramble for resources in South Asia, the book highlights the important role of energy in light of the rapid economic growth of South Asian countries. The book analyses the current energy security status of the countries in South Asia, their strengths, weaknesses and the policies that need to be implemented in order to ensure their energy security. Focusing on Bangladesh as a case study, the author argues that the country is geographically important both in respect to its energy resources and as an energy hub. The author applies a novel analytical framework to measure the energy security of the region and examines the role of US and China in this geopolitical scenario. A new assessment of energy security issues and the geo-political aspect of energy security, this book will be of interest to researchers in the fields of energy studies and security, International Relations, South Asian Studies and Asian Politics"-- Provided by publisher Introduction -- The Concept Of Energy Security -- The Energy Scenario Of South Asian Countries: An Analysis -- The Geo-politics Of Energy In South Asia -- The Energy Scenario Of Bangladesh: Policy Priorities And Challenges -- The Issues And Challenges Facing The Energy Sector Of Bangladesh -- Measuring The Energy Security Of South Asian Countries: An Analysis -- Conclusion.