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.
India's statement 'contrary to spirit of friendship'
Ministry of Foreign Affairs says Dhaka committed to upholding communal harmony in the country
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
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
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
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
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
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
US wants Dhaka to respect freedom of religion
The United States has said they want to see freedom of religion is respected in Bangladesh, and people are held accountable for any attacks
Deputy Commander of US Indo-Pacific calls on army chief
A delegation led by deputy commander of the US Indo-Pacific Command Lt Gen Joshua M Rudd yesterday paid a courtesy call on Chief of Army Staff General Waqar-Uz-Zaman at Army Headquarters
EU to help govt with its reform initiatives
The European Union is ready to support the interim government in “every possible way” in its reform initiatives and fight against corruption.
Prof Yunus congratulates Trump
Chief Adviser Prof Muhammad Yunus yesterday congratulated Donald Trump for his historic win in the US presidential election.
Trump’s new era: Dhaka needs to be more proactive
The victory of Donald Trump, who focuses more on America’s domestic interests than on anything else, means the recent trend of progress in Dhaka-Washington ties might slow down, foreign policy analysts said.
Chief adviser seeks enhanced bilateral ties with Brazil
Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus today urged Brazil to work more closely with Bangladesh for increasing bilateral cooperation in different fields including trade
There should be reconciliation among parties
German Ambassador to Bangladesh Achim Tröster has advocated for reconciliation between and within the political parties for a peaceful transition to democracy.
Govt will scrap CSA within a week
The Cyber Security Act will be repealed within a week and all cases filed under the act will be withdrawn, Nahid Islam, adviser to the posts, telecommunications, and information technology ministry, said yesterday.
Bangladesh calls for responsible use of AI in security, border management
Foreign adviser reaffirms 'Zero-Tolerance' policy against terrorism
