Global, regional crises: Experts bat for pragmatic foreign policy

Experts yesterday urged Bangladesh to take a pragmatic foreign policy to deal with the challenges, including the worsening situation in Myanmar, in a changing world
25 February 2024

US supports a prosperous, democratic Bangladesh

Says US embassy in Dhaka after its delegation holds a series of meetings with govt officials, opposition and civil groups
25 February 2024

Sectoral Dialogue Partner: Asean mission heads here back Dhaka’s call

Asean Dhaka Committee (ADC) has assured Dhaka of backing Bangladesh's bid to become the Sectoral Dialogue Partner of the block
25 February 2024

Bangladesh’s growth story an inspiration to many countries

Says World Bank MD Anna Bjerde; two new projects worth over $650 million for Rohingyas, host communities discussed
25 February 2024

Saber sees scope for strengthening US-Bangladesh ties on climate issues

Environment, Forest, and Climate Change Minister Saber Hossain Chowdhury today expressed confidence that the bilateral relations between Bangladesh and the United States will strengthen, driven by collaborative environmental and climate initiatives
25 February 2024

Dhaka, Washington eye new chapter in bilateral ties

Says Foreign Minister Hasan Mahmud after meeting US delegation
25 February 2024

US urges Bangladesh to work with civil society on human rights, democracy

The US today called on the Bangladesh government to engage with civil society on human rights and democracy
25 February 2024

Afreen meets Fakhrul, Khasru

The US delegation arrived in Dhaka on a three-day visit yesterday and held a meeting with BNP leaders on the current political landscape in the country.
24 February 2024

Foreign secretary, EU envoy unveil book 'Dhaka Talks'

A new book titled "Dhaka Talks: Diplomats & Mahfuz Mishu" was launched this evening
24 February 2024

Bangladesh, Turkey to work together to combat disinformation: Arafat

State Minister for Information and Broadcasting Mohammad Ali Arafat has said Bangladesh and Turkey will work together to prevent disinformation and misinformation
24 February 2024

US Deputy Assistant Secy Afreen meets Fakhrul, Khasru

Afreen Akhter, US Department of State deputy assistant secretary for South and Central Asia, today met top BNP leaders and discussed the current political landscape in Bangladesh and the thousands of opposition members in prison
24 February 2024

US keen to deepen ties with Bangladesh

US Acting Deputy Assistant Secretary at Bureau of South and Central Asian Affairs Scott Urbom said Bangladesh has been an important partner of his country for over 50 years and that the US has been investing billions of dollars in Bangladesh’s health, education, and other sectors.
23 February 2024

US team due today in first visit after polls

A three-member US delegation is scheduled to arrive in Dhaka today to advance the bilateral relationship, despite some tensions in recent years.
23 February 2024

‘US keen to deepen partnership with Bangladesh’

US Acting Deputy Assistant Secretary at Bureau of South and Central Asian Affairs Scott Urbom said Bangladesh has been an important partner of his country for over 50 years and that the US has been investing billions of dollars in Bangladesh's health, education, and other sectors
23 February 2024

European Commission pledges better ties with Dhaka

Congratulating Sheikh Hasina on her recent re-appointment as Prime Minister of Bangladesh, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has said she looks forward to continuing working with PM Hasina towards further strengthening the relations between the EU and Bangladesh in the coming years.
22 February 2024

Gaza Ceasefire BID: US veto at UNSC disappointing

The United States’ veto against a draft UN Security Council resolution, demanding an immediate ceasefire in Gaza, is disappointing, Foreign Minister Hasan Mahmud said yesterday.
22 February 2024

Bangladesh-US ties to deepen

Foreign Minister Hasan Mahmud said yesterday that the US official Afreen Akhter’s visit will deepen and broaden ties between Bangladesh and the US.
22 February 2024

India allows export of 50,000 tonnes of onion

India today allowed the export of 50,000 tonnes of onion to Bangladesh with immediate effect till March 31
22 February 2024

Switzerland wants direct flights with Bangladesh: Swiss envoy

Switzerland is interested to establish direct air communication with Bangladesh, said Swiss ambassador to Bangladesh Reto Renggli
22 February 2024

Future of Indo-Bangla ties depend on youths: Pranay Verma

A 100-member Bangladesh Youth Delegation will be visiting India from February 25 to March 4
22 February 2024