Diplomacy

Diplomacy

Govt for trying Hasina, allies at ICC

The government intends to pursue charges of crimes against humanity against the Sheikh Hasina regime at the International Criminal Court for the massacre during the July uprising and the enforced disappearances during her 16-year rule, the chief adviser's press wing said in a statement.

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India's statement 'contrary to spirit of friendship'

Ministry of Foreign Affairs says Dhaka committed to upholding communal harmony in the country

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Ex-IGP Mainul Islam appointed ambassador

Md Mainul Islam, who was removed from the inspector general of Bangladesh police (IGP) post six days ago, has been made an ambassador

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Saudi envoy meets Khaleda, invites her for umrah

Ambassador of Saudi Arabia to Bangladesh Issa bin Youssef Al-Duhailan, has invited BNP Chairperson Khaleda Zia to perform umrah in Saudi Arabia

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Govt mulling transparent foreign travel policy: CA’s press secy

The government will develop a transparent policy on foreign travel, said Chief Adviser's Press Secretary Shafiqul Alam today, a day after New Age Editor Nurul Kabir publicly spoke about harassment at the Dhaka airport

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Japan remains friend of new Bangladesh: envoy

Japanese Ambassador to Bangladesh Iwama Kiminori today reiterated Japan’s unwavering commitment to its friendship with Bangladesh, emphasising that Tokyo’s stance remains unchanged during the country’s interim government

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Akbar, Faisal made new press ministers in London, Delhi

The interim government has appointed press ministers to the foreign missions in New Delhi and London

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China is a big priority for trade cooperation: commerce adviser

Commerce Adviser Sheikh Bashir Uddin today said China is a big priority of Bangladesh in creating scope for trade cooperation

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DU seeks US assistance to build new dorm for female students

Dhaka University Vice-Chancellor Professor Dr Niaz Ahmed Khan today sought financial support and cooperation from the United States to build a new residential hall for female students on the university campus

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IMF to fast-track financial support for 'Bangladesh 2.0'

IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva tells Yunus on UNGA sidelines

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Biden welcomes further engagement between US and Bangladesh: White House

US President Joe Biden and Bangladesh interim government chief adviser Muhammad Yunus both affirmed the close partnership between the two countries, rooted in shared democratic values and strong people-to-people ties

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Biden offers full US support to Yunus-led govt

US President Joe Biden has offered his country’s full support to the interim government of Bangladesh during his rare bilateral meeting with Chief Adviser Prof Muhammad Yunus.

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Touhid meets Jaishankar, talks about better ties

Foreign Adviser Touhid Hossain discussed issues of mutual interest with Indian External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Monday evening in New York.

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In pictures: Yunus meets world leaders at UNGA

Muhammad Yunus is currently on his first visit to the US as Bangladesh's head of government..After reaching the American city last night, the chief adviser to the interim government went to the UN headquarters to participate in the 79th United Nations General Assembly this morning, New Yor

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UNGA: Yunus gifts The Art of Triumph to Trudeau

Chief adviser meets Canadian PM on sidelines of UNGA

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Touhid, top US diplomat Verma discuss peaceful democratic transition in Bangladesh

Foreign Affairs Adviser Touhid Hossain met with US Deputy Secretary of State for Management and Resources Richard Rahul Verma and discussed USA's engagements towards a peaceful and democratic transition in Bangladesh

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Dhaka protests Amit Shah’s comment on Bangladeshis

The government yesterday lodged a “strong” protest against “highly deplorable” remarks of Indian Home Minister Amit Shah about Bangladeshi nationals during his recent visit to Jharkhand.

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Biden, Yunus Talks: Govt looks to strengthen trade, ties

The bilateral meeting between Chief Adviser Prof Muhammad Yunus and  US President Joe Biden due today provides a rare opportunity for Dhaka  to push for improving trade and boost the economy, say analysts.

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