In this episode of PIJN News, Dr. Chaps, also known as Chaplain Gordon James Klingenschmitt, reports on his recent month-long visit to Bangladesh, where he trained 650 Christian pastors ahead of the country’s pivotal elections. Focusing on religious freedom and democracy, Dr. Chaps discusses the impact of Christian voting in a predominantly Muslim nation and the significant role pastors played in mobilizing their congregations. He highlights the outcome of the elections, which saw a secular party triumph over the Islamic party, ensuring greater religious freedom. The episode also covers Dr. Chaps’ meetings with political leaders and the broader implications for religious freedom in Bangladesh and other South Asian countries.