IMF delegation meets BGMEA leaders, seeks assessment of garment industry challenges
A visiting International Monetary Fund (IMF) delegation today (5 November) met with leaders of the Bangladesh Garment Manufacturers and Exporters Association (BGMEA) in the capital’s Uttara to discuss the current status and future risks of the country’s ready-made garment (RMG) sector. The meeting was attended by BGMEA President Mahmud Hasan Khan Babu and other top […]
Read MoreAdani threatens to cut power from 11 Nov if dues remain unpaid, confirms adviser
Adani Power has threatened to suspend electricity supply to Bangladesh from 11 November if the Bangladesh Power Development Board (PDB) fails to clear its “long-held” dues by 10 November, confirmed Power, Energy and Mineral Resources Adviser Fouzul Kabir Khan. Speaking to The Business Standard today (4 November), Fouzul Kabir said, “Adani had written us a […]
Read MoreMohammad Yunus asks chiefs of three services to ensure tight security for peaceful Feb polls
Bangladesh’s Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus has issued necessary directives to chiefs of the Bangladesh Army, Navy, and Air Force to ensure that the national election in February is conducted under tight security and takes place peacefully. The three chiefs — Chief of Army Staff General Waker-Uz-Zaman, Chief of Naval Staff Admiral M Nazmul Hassan, and […]
Read MoreBangladesh, Pakistan sign MoU to boost bilateral halal product trade
The Bangladesh Standards and Testing Institution (BSTI) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Pakistan Halal Authority (PHA) to boost trade of halal products between the two countries. The MoU, signed today (27 October) on the sidelines of the 9th Meeting of the Bangladesh–Pakistan Joint Economic Commission (JEC) held in Dhaka, aims to […]
Read MoreBangladesh, Pakistan agree to boost connectivity through direct air, shipping, logistics
Bangladesh and Pakistan have expressed interest in boosting regional connectivity by establishing direct air and shipping links, expanding the use of ports and logistics to reduce costs, and deepening bilateral and regional trade cooperation. The two countries reached a consensus during the 9th meeting of the Bangladesh–Pakistan Joint Economic Commission (JEC), held today (27 October) […]
Read More8 Turkish experts meet Adviser Bashir over Dhaka airport fire investigation
A team of eight Turkish experts met with Sk Bashir Uddin, adviser to the Ministry of Civil Aviation and Tourism, to discuss the investigation into the fire at the cargo village of Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport. The meeting took place this morning (26 October) at the Ministry of Commerce in the Bangladesh Secretariat. During the […]
Read MoreJapan to establish school in Bangladesh to hire skilled transport drivers
Leading Japanese entrepreneur and politician Miki Watanabe has announced plans to establish a driving school in Bangladesh to hire skilled drivers for his country. Watanabe, founder of the Watami Group, made the announcement during a meeting with Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus at the State Guest House Jamuna here last evening (25 October), said CA’s […]
Read MoreMintoo awarded 2025 Top Agri-food Pioneer (TAP) by the World Food Prize Foundation
Dhaka: The World Food Prize Foundation has awarded Mr. Abdul Awal Mintoo, the founder of Lal Teer Seed Ltd and Lal Teer Livestock Development (BD) Ltd, the Top Agri-Food Pioneer (TAP), 2025. This prestigious recognition, coinciding with the Foundation’s 39th anniversary, celebrates Mr. Mintoo’s outstanding contributions to transforming food systems and strengthening global food security. […]
Read MoreWill death penalty demand for Bangladesh’s Hasina jeopardise extradition from India?
By Maria Siow Bangladesh’s pursuit of the death penalty against the country’s ousted former leader, Sheikh Hasina, has emerged as a key obstacle in efforts to bring her back from exile in India, with analysts saying the demand is likely to stall extradition talks and may even strengthen her bid for political asylum. The case […]
Read MoreGermany Bangladesh’s top trade partner in Europe: Prof Yunus
Dhaka : Describing Germany as Bangladesh’s largest trade partner in Europe, Chief Adviser Prof Muhammad Yunus today (22 October) expressed optimism that newly appointed German Ambassador to Bangladesh Dr Rüdiger Lotz would help boost trade and investment. The ambassador paid a courtesy call on the chief adviser at the State Guest House Jamuna, where they discussed […]
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