Will return to previous work after election: Yunus tells IMF chief

Kristalina Georgieva praises Yunus’ leadership, discusses Nepal, Asean
16 September 2025, 16:53 PM

Bangladesh condemns Israeli attack on Qatar

The unprovoked and unjustifiable Israeli attack on the sovereign territory of Qatar is not merely an attack on Qatar but an affront to the dignity of the entire Muslim Ummah, said Foreign Affairs Adviser Touhid Hossain yesterday.
15 September 2025, 20:09 PM

'India should've been more understanding regarding water issues'

Indian international affairs expert Sreeradha Datta tells The Daily Star
14 September 2025, 14:52 PM
14 September 2025, 14:20 PM

Pakistan PM calls for stronger bilateral ties

Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has stressed the need to deepen ties with Bangladesh, saying relations between the two countries should continue to strengthen.
11 September 2025, 20:41 PM

Visiting Vatican Cardinal urges political, faith leaders to take greater responsibility in fostering harmony

Peace and dialogue are the only means to ensure stability in any nation, he says
10 September 2025, 14:09 PM

Bangladesh seeks longer-term Ganges Treaty with India

Dhaka, Delhi discuss renewal of existing accord and management of shared rivers
9 September 2025, 16:04 PM

Protect people fleeing conflict in Myanmar

UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Volker Turk has urged all member states to create safe and dignified pathways for refugee protection and resettlement, particularly for the Rohingyas.
8 September 2025, 19:55 PM

Dialogue, respect key to peace

Inter-faith leaders and academics have called for deeper understanding and respect among different religions to build a pluralistic society free from violence.
8 September 2025, 19:21 PM

Vatican delegation due in Dhaka tomorrow on weeklong visit

Cardinal George Koovakad is set to hold a series of meetings and discussions
5 September 2025, 14:13 PM

Act to avert mass hunger among the Rohingyas

The Asean Parliamentarians for Human Rights (APHR) has made an urgent call for the creation of Asean Humanitarian Fund to deliver life-saving support and prevent mass hunger among Rohingyas in Bangladesh.
4 September 2025, 18:21 PM

Brent Christensen next US envoy to Bangladesh

US President Donald Trump has nominated Brent Christensen, a career member of the Senior Foreign Service, to serve as the next US ambassador to Bangladesh.
3 September 2025, 19:19 PM

Rohingya rights: Situation worsened in Myanmar since 2023

The crisis in Myanmar, particularly in Rakhine State, is worsening, said a new report by the UN Human Rights Office, pointing to increased killings, torture, razing of villages, and mass forced displacement.
2 September 2025, 18:04 PM

Speakers stress resisting distortion of history, upholding post-war order

Seminar held at Chinese Embassy in Dhaka commemorating its role in Anti-Fascist War
1 September 2025, 13:39 PM

South Asia least integrated after Africa

Regional cooperation in South Asia remains in a precarious state, largely due to political decisions that often override economic logic, foreign policy experts said yesterday.
30 August 2025, 20:26 PM

Bangladesh, India must reset ties through honest dialogue: Foreign policy expert

Sreeradha Datta urges both nations to move beyond 'historical baggage'
29 August 2025, 17:16 PM

Bangladesh, S Korea agree to deepen ties

Bangladesh and South Korea have agreed to deepen their existing political and developmental relationship while also exploring avenues for strategic partnerships.
26 August 2025, 22:40 PM

Rohingya Return: It’s crucial that Dhaka, Naypyidaw reach consensus

The resolution of the Rohingya crisis must start with consensus between Bangladesh and Myanmar and then be expanded to a wider agreement involving ASEAN countries, donor nations, and UN agencies.
25 August 2025, 18:18 PM

Dar, Khaleda discuss ways to normalise relations

Pakistan Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar visited BNP Chairperson Khaleda Zia at her Gulshan residence yesterday evening to enquire about her health.
24 August 2025, 19:11 PM

Pak FM claims 1971 issues settled twice; Dhaka disagrees

Bangladesh and Pakistan differed on the unresolved issues of 1971 but expressed willingness to advance bilateral relations, boost trade and commerce, and collaborate in regional and global forums during their first bilateral meeting in 13 years, held in Dhaka yesterday.
24 August 2025, 18:13 PM