Stephen Rodriques joins as UNDP Resident Representative in Bangladesh
20 MIN(s) ago
Diplomacy
Dhaka pushes for 3yr delay in LDC graduation
14 July 2026, 00:00 AM
Diplomacy
Through remarks, Hasina trying to rally AL leaders; will land in jail if she returns: Shama Obaed
13 July 2026, 19:05 PM
Diplomacy
Bangladesh to send PM's defence adviser to BIMSTEC NSA meeting in New Delhi
12 July 2026, 22:48 PM
Diplomacy
Malaysia labour market: Old ghosts haunt new recruitment push
10 July 2026, 00:00 AM
Diplomacy
Turkiye to help set up drone factory in Bogura
10 July 2026, 00:00 AM
Diplomacy
Dhaka, Beijing hold military and tech talks
10 July 2026, 00:00 AM
Diplomacy
Efforts to bring Hasina back ongoing - Says Shama Obaed
10 July 2026, 00:00 AM
Diplomacy
No lack of diplomatic push to bring Hasina back: Shama Obaed
9 July 2026, 17:36 PM
Diplomacy
Bangladesh, China discuss stronger military, technology ties
9 July 2026, 12:28 PM
Diplomacy
Modi extends Eid greetings to PM Tarique, people of Bangladesh
May the bonds of friendship and camaraderie among the countries grow stronger, he says
19 March 2026, 18:48 PM
Bangladesh raises alarm over seafarers’ safety amid escalating Middle East conflict
Dhaka calls for lawful navigation and diplomacy as Strait of Hormuz tensions intensify
19 March 2026, 12:40 PM
Foreign minister, UNCTAD chief urge diplomatic solution to Middle East crisis
Khalilur Rahman, Rebeca Grynspan warn developing countries hit by energy disruptions, trade turmoil
17 March 2026, 15:17 PM
Meta must act against online incitement
Amnesty International has warned that Bangladesh could face serious human rights abuses unless Meta, the parent company of Facebook, takes timely and effective action to address harmful content on its platform.
17 March 2026, 05:50 AM
Religious freedom: US panel urges sanctions on RSS, RAW
A US federal government commission has recommended that the US impose targeted sanctions on the Research and Analysis Wing (R&AW) and the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) for the worsening of religious freedom in India.
17 March 2026, 05:47 AM
Strengthen human rights
Nine international rights bodies have urged Prime Minister Tarique Rahman to prioritise sweeping reforms to strengthen human rights protections in Bangladesh, warning that the new government faces a critical moment to shape the country’s democratic future.
17 March 2026, 04:39 AM
Bangladesh seeks Russia’s support for UNGA presidency
Notes that partnership continues to expand in areas such as energy, trade and investment, science and technology, education and skilled migration
15 March 2026, 21:02 PM
Dhaka, Ankara sign MoU on diplomatic training
Bangladesh and Türkiye yesterday signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to strengthen institutional cooperation in diplomatic training and capacity building, reaffirming their commitment to enhancing bilateral relations.
15 March 2026, 09:17 AM
Bodies of two Bangladeshi migrants to arrive today from Maldives
5 Bangladeshi expats were killed in a blast and subsequent fire at a guesthouse in the country
15 March 2026, 00:33 AM
Bangladesh, Türkiye sign MoU to strengthen bilateral relations
Foreign ministers hold first talks under Bangladesh’s new government; MoU to boost diplomatic training and ties
14 March 2026, 22:54 PM
Khalilur set for Türkiye trip today
In his first bilateral visit since taking office, Foreign Minister Dr Khalilur Rahman will travel to Türkiye today as the two countries see growing cooperation in trade and defence.
13 March 2026, 06:05 AM
India considering Bangladesh’s request for additional diesel
Indian External Affairs Ministry says Sri Lanka, Maldives also seek fuel from them
12 March 2026, 22:25 PM
Chinese Vice Foreign Minister Sun Weidong to visit Bangladesh for diplomatic consultations
First high-level Chinese visit since BNP government took office after February election
12 March 2026, 14:52 PM
Ameer’s adviser dropped for seeking foreign ministry post: Claims Jamaat
Opposition Leader and Jamaat Ameer Shafiqur Rahman has relieved his foreign affairs adviser Prof Mahamudul Hasan of his responsibilities for violating the instructions of the leader regarding a letter to the foreign ministry.
11 March 2026, 02:21 AM
Bangladesh offers use of Pangaon terminal as alternative route for handling Bhutanese cargo
Countries plan new tourism MoU, consider future FTA
10 March 2026, 21:55 PM
Bangladesh, UK discuss boosting trade, investment ties
Foreign minister, PM's foreign affairs adviser meet UK officials in London
10 March 2026, 12:10 PM
Hadi murder: Bangladesh awaits consular access to suspects held in India, says Shama Obaed
Extradition possible under treaty if identities are confirmed, state minister for foreign affairs says
9 March 2026, 19:56 PM
Dhaka mourns deaths of two Bangladeshis in Saudi Arabia, condemns attacks
Foreign ministry urges restraint and calls for urgent steps to de-escalate Middle East tensions
9 March 2026, 19:44 PM
Foreign minister urges stronger global action on climate, Rohingya crisis at Commonwealth meeting
Khalilur Rahman highlights climate risks, Rohingya burden and multilateral cooperation at London forum
9 March 2026, 12:44 PM
Five envoys withdrawn
In its first foreign ministry reshuffle since assuming power, the BNP government yesterday withdrew five Bangladesh envoys -- one career diplomat and four contractual appointees.
9 March 2026, 02:13 AM