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 polls outcome won’t affect our bilateral ties
Chief Adviser’s Press Secretary Shafiqul Alam yesterday said the results of the US election will not pose any challenge for the relations between the country and Bangladesh.
'Our task is to tell the truth in transparent, compelling way'
Says CA’s press secretary on Trump’s comment on Bangladesh
Dhaka committed to labour reforms
Chief Adviser Prof Muhammad Yunus yesterday said Bangladesh is committed to carrying out “sweeping labour reforms”, a key prerequisite of the US government for investment, trade facilities, and development funding.
Trump slams ‘attacks on minorities’ in Bangladesh
Former president Donald Trump took to X yesterday to wish the Hindus a happy Diwali during which he condemned “violence against minorities in Bangladesh”.
BIMSTEC should focus more on youth, climate issues: chief adviser
Chief Adviser Prof Muhammad Yunus today said the BIMSTEC should focus more on youth, environment, and climate crisis issues
Volker Turk arrives tomorrow to discuss rights situation with govt
UN Human Rights Chief Volker Turk is set to arrive in Dhaka tomorrow to discuss the updates on Bangladesh’s human rights situation in the aftermath of the political changeover
Keen to recruit more workers from Bangladesh: Saudi envoy
Saudi Ambassador to Bangladesh Essa Youssef Essa Al Duhailan on Sunday expressed eagerness to recruit more workers, especially skilled and trained workforce, to support its ambitious initiatives like "Green Saudi Initiative" and mega projects under the Kingdom Vision 2030
Govt’s key focus is to attract foreign investors for job creation: Nahid
Posts, Telecommunications and Information Technology Adviser Md Nahid Islam today said the interim government is trying to create a suitable environment to attract foreign companies to invest in Bangladesh with the aim of generating more job opportunities..Nahid, also the adviser to the in
Thailand to introduce e-visa for Bangladeshis early next year
The government of Thailand has decided to introduce e-visa facilities for Bangladesh passport holders traveling to Thailand
EU stresses polls after reforms
Acknowledging the broader support and popularity of the interim government, European Union Ambassador to Bangladesh Michael Miller has said there has to be democratic elections at the end of the process, leading to a new parliament and a government with people’s mandate staying mindful of the “rule of law and respect” for fundamental rights.