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 […]
Read MoreUnited Nations Human Rights Chief Volker Türk said today the initiation of proceedings against those accused of carrying out enforced disappearances and torture under the previous government in Bangladesh was an important step towards accountability. “This marks the first time that formal charges have been brought for enforced disappearances in the country. It is a […]
Read MoreROME, October 14: World Food Programme (WFP) Acting Executive Director Carl Skau has reaffirmed its commitment to mobilising food aid for 1.3 million Rohingya refugees sheltered in Bangladesh, saying the crisis remains one of the Rome-based UN agency’s top agenda The Acting WFP chief made the comments when he called on Bangladesh Chief Adviser Professor […]
Read MoreROME, October 13 — Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva on Monday expressed his interest in visiting Bangladesh in the coming months, hoping the visit would strengthen ties between the two nations. President Lula made the announcement during a meeting with Bangladesh’s Chief Adviser, Professor Muhammad Yunus, on the sidelines of the FAO-organised World […]
Read MoreDhaka : I extend my hearty congratulations to María Corina Machado on receiving the 2025 Nobel Peace Prize for her courageous fight for democracy in her beloved Venezuela. Ms. Machado has faced oppression with steadfast resolve, never wavering in her commitment to a freer and more just future for her country and her people. As the […]
Read MoreDHAKA, October 9 – UK Trade Envoy Rosie Winterton met with Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus on Thursday at the State Guest House Jamuna for a wide-ranging discussion on trade, investment, and bilateral cooperation. The two leaders exchanged views on key issues including airport management, clean energy, and the Chief Adviser’s recent participation in the […]
Read MorePARIS, 07 October 2025 – Bangladesh has been elected President of the 43rd General Conference of UNESCO, marking a historic milestone in the country’s 53-year membership with the organisation. During the vote held on 7 at the 222nd Session of the UNESCO Executive Board in Paris, Bangladesh candidate Ambassador Khondker M. Talha secured the presidency […]
Read MoreBangladesh and the Maldives have reaffirmed their commitment to further strengthening the existing excellent bilateral relations and enhancing cooperation between the two friendly countries. Dr Md Nazmul Islam, the newly appointed High Commissioner of Bangladesh to the Republic of Maldives, presented his Letter of Credence to Dr Mohamed Muizzu, President of the Republic of Maldives […]
Read MoreNew Delhi : Indian Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri on Monday said they want to see a free, fair, inclusive, and participatory election in Bangladesh at the earliest possible time. The Indian Foreign Secretary said they are ready to work with the democratically elected government following the results of an inclusive and participatory election. He made […]
Read MoreChinese President Xi Jinping and Bangladesh President Mohammed Shahabuddin today (4 October) exchanged congratulatory messages marking the 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the two nations. In his message, President Xi described China and Bangladesh as traditional friendly neighbours with a long history of exchanges. Over the past five decades, he said, despite changes in […]
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