Diplomacy

Diplomacy

Dhaka wants Rohingya role in Rakhine’s leadership

Bangladesh wants the Arakan Army, which now controls 80 percent of Rakhine state, to have Rohingya representation in Rakhine’s leadership as one of the conditions for providing humanitarian channel to send aid there, said National Security Adviser Khalilur Rahman.

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ICT, Energy, Infrastructure: Dhaka calls for Canadian investment

Bangladesh has sought Canadian investment in potential sectors such as ICT, infrastructure, pharmaceuticals, engineering, and renewable energy.

18h ago

Engage more in politics

Chief Adviser Prof Muhammad Yunus yesterday urged young people to participate more in political activities to translate their dreams into reality and bring meaningful changes to society.

18h ago

Bangladesh, Italy agree to combat human trafficking, migrant smuggling

2,589 Bangladeshis arrived in Italy during January and February of 2025

1d ago

Touhid concerned over escalating tensions between Pakistan, India

Both sides reaffirmed their mutual commitment to further strengthening Pakistan-Bangladesh bilateral relations and emphasised the need for maintaining regular high-level engagements

1d ago

EU for fair polls, has no say on timing: envoy

The upcoming national election in Bangladesh should be free, fair and credible, said EU envoy to Bangladesh, adding that the bloc has no say on when the election should be held.

1d ago

Bangladesh envoy reaffirms commitment to transparency at UK parliamentary meeting

The meeting was organised by MP Apsana Begum, chair of the All-Party Parliamentary Group

6d ago

Bangladesh, Azerbaijan for improving connectivity

Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus today agreed to increase connectivity with Azerbaijan aiming to boost trade and commerce and increase the exchange of scholarship programmes for students

1w ago

Chief Adviser Yunus meets US Senator Gary Peters

The two held an hour-long meeting, discussing issues of mutual interest

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Govt fostering consensus on sustainable reforms in labour sector: Sakhawat

Labour and Employment Adviser Brig Gen (retd) M Sakhawat Hossain highlighted this commitment during the 353rd Governing Body Session of the International Labour Organisation (ILO) held yesterday

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Govt reacts to Tulsi Gabbard's comments on Bangladesh

The statement is both misleading and damaging to the image and reputation of Bangladesh, says CA's press wing

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Bangladesh situation a ‘concern’ for US

US Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard yesterday said the situation in Bangladesh is a “major area of concern” for the United States, citing “the long-time persecution of religious minorities.”

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IEDCR, UNOPS sign $1.6m funding deal to strengthen climate resilience

The IEDCR director emphasised the importance of promoting climate resilience, health infrastructure and sustainable procurement practices on health, highlighting that this project will play a key role in achieving these goals

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Chinese solar panel giant Longi to invest in Bangladesh: Yao Wen

Chinese hospital chains urged to set up top clinics or build JV healthcare facilities in Bangladesh

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This will be the most important visit by any Bangladesh leader

Chinese Ambassador Yao Wen says ahead of Yunus' visit

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Dialogue between parties, civil society a must to address challenges, speakers tell Guterres

Several civil society members who participated in the event held at a city hotel shared their view with the journalists after the programme

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Rohingya repatriation: Aid to Rakhine via Bangladesh can help

Says UN chief, as conflict across the border rages on

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Guterres voiced concern over disinformation targeting Bangladesh

Says Foreign Adviser Touhid Hossain at a joint media briefing with Guterres at a city hotel

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