Korea Visa Application Centre to open in Dhaka on September 2
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Diplomacy
Humaiun Kobir’s citizenship debate: What message does his remarks send?
25 August 2026
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Diplomacy
Joining Mecca pact could test Bangladesh’s foreign policy balancing act: Reuters
25 August 2026
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Diplomacy
Abdul Muhith appointed high commissioner to UK
25 August 2026
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Diplomacy
Danish support can help address Dhaka's water crisis: Moyeen
25 August 2026
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Diplomacy
Who are so bothered?
25 August 2026
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Diplomacy
Xi Jinping congratulates Mirza Fakhrul
24 August 2026
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Diplomacy
‘Who is so bothered that they won’t let me work?’: Humaiun Kobir on citizenship question
24 August 2026
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Diplomacy
‘It has to work for them; it has to work for us’
23 August 2026
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Diplomacy
India, Nepal, Maldives congratulate Fakhrul on election as president
22 August 2026
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Diplomacy
PM's defence adviser meets Indian security adviser on BIMSTEC sidelines
No official statement issued after bilateral meeting between Dhaka and New Delhi
20 July 2026
Dhaka seeks UN-led global debt relief
Bangladesh has called for a UN-led international debt relief mechanism to help developing countries cope with mounting fiscal pressures caused by global crises.
19 July 2026
Hasina's extradition: India says Bangladesh’s request is under legal review
Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson says any decision will follow applicable laws and due process
17 July 2026
Bangladeshis view China more positively than the US
China is now viewed more favourably than the US in Bangladesh, according to a new survey by the US-based Pew Research Centre.
17 July 2026
Rabab Fatima appointed head of UN mission in Afghanistan
She brings more than three decades of diplomatic and multilateral experience to the role
16 July 2026
India reacts to Hasina’s return plan
India yesterday said there has been no change in its position regarding the possible extradition of ousted prime minister Sheikh Hasina, describing the matter as a “legal issue” which would be dealt with accordingly.
15 July 2026
India responds to Hasina’s stated desire to return to Bangladesh in Dec
New Delhi says there has been no change in its approach
14 July 2026
Parliament adopts condolence motion on death of Qatar’s former emir
Lawmakers remember Sheikh Hamad as a visionary leader who strengthened Bangladesh-Qatar relations
14 July 2026
Stephen Rodriques joins as UNDP Resident Representative in Bangladesh
He succeeds Stefan Liller in leading the UNDP's work in the country
14 July 2026
Dhaka pushes for 3yr delay in LDC graduation
Bangladesh has urged the international community to preserve and expand market access for the Least Developed Countries (LDCs) by reversing protectionist trends and ensuring transparent, simplified, and development-friendly rules of origin.
14 July 2026
Through remarks, Hasina trying to rally AL leaders; will land in jail if she returns: Shama Obaed
Govt has already requested India to hand over Hasina under the extradition treaty
13 July 2026
Bangladesh to send PM's defence adviser to BIMSTEC NSA meeting in New Delhi
India scheduled to host the meeting in New Delhi on July 16
12 July 2026
Efforts to bring Hasina back ongoing - Says Shama Obaed
State Minister for Foreign Affairs Shama Obaed Islam yesterday said there is no lack of diplomatic efforts to bring back ousted prime minister Sheikh Hasina to Bangladesh to face trial but acknowledged that it takes time.
10 July 2026
Dhaka, Beijing hold military and tech talks
Bangladesh and China have discussed ways to strengthen existing technological and military cooperation and further advance the strategic partnership between the two countries.
10 July 2026
Turkiye to help set up drone factory in Bogura
A joint venture drone manufacturing factory will be established in Bogura in collaboration with Turkiye, adjacent to the airport that is being upgraded to international standards and the planned Bangladesh Air Force base in the district, said State Minister for Local Government Mir Shahe Alam yesterday.
10 July 2026
Malaysia labour market: Old ghosts haunt new recruitment push
The same old corrupt practices appear to be stalking the prospect of resuming labour recruitment from Bangladesh to Malaysia.
10 July 2026
No lack of diplomatic push to bring Hasina back: Shama Obaed
State minister says foreign, home and law ministries are coordinating the process
9 July 2026
Bangladesh, China discuss stronger military, technology ties
Chinese envoy and PM's defence adviser also discuss cybersecurity and regional security
9 July 2026
ICG urges govt to adopt realistic Rohingya policy
The International Crisis Group (ICG) has urged the BNP government to adopt a more pragmatic and realistic strategy on the Rohingya crisis, warning that continued reliance on Myanmar’s military authorities for repatriation risks prolonging the crisis.
9 July 2026
Ease national ID hurdles for Bangladesh-origin Pakistanis
Home Minister Salahuddin Ahmed has urged Pakistan to address the humanitarian challenges faced by Bangladesh-origin Pakistani nationals in obtaining Computerised National Identity Cards (CNICs), saying the issue affects their access to basic services.
9 July 2026