UN following Yunus's case 'very closely': UN chief's spokesperson

'Our country team in Bangladesh continues to follow that case very closely,' says Stéphane Dujarric
29 February 2024, 13:19 PM

Bangladesh committed to uphold democratic principles

Foreign minister tells UN Human Rights Council
28 February 2024, 18:18 PM

US working to ease conflict in Myanmar

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken and his team are working to support dialogue and take other measures to ease the ongoing crisis in Myanmar, said State Department Deputy Assistant Secretary for South and Central Asia Afreen Akhter.
28 February 2024, 18:00 PM

In a first, diesel to be pumped thru deep sea pipeline

After a long wait, diesel transportation is going to start through the first-ever undersea fuel pipeline
28 February 2024, 16:02 PM

Dhaka calls back high commissioner to Canada

Bangladesh High Commissioner to Canada Dr Khalilur Rahman has been called back to Dhaka immediately
27 February 2024, 19:16 PM

Bangladesh, India cooperation vital: PM

Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina today said that cooperation between Bangladesh and India is necessary as they are close neighbours..She said this when the visiting Chief of the Air Staff of India Air Chief Marshal Vivek Ram Chaudhari called on her at her Sangsad Bhaban office in Dhaka. .<p
27 February 2024, 16:37 PM

Showcasing progress to diplomats

Says foreign minister; 34 diplomats visiting Ctg, Cox's Bazar
27 February 2024, 16:26 PM

Need investment for offshore gas extraction: PM tells ITFC delegation

Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina today said to mitigate the energy scarcity in the country the government has opted to go for offshore gas extraction
27 February 2024, 16:16 PM

New Delhi attaches highest priority to friendship with Dhaka

Indian President Droupadi Murmu today said New Delhi attaches the highest priority to its friendship with Dhaka
27 February 2024, 14:54 PM

Bangladesh, US look to patch up differences

After some strains over the past two years, Dhaka and Washington now want to begin a new chapter in the bilateral relationship -- a desire that was expressed by both during a US delegation’s three-day visit that ended yesterday.
26 February 2024, 18:00 PM

Hasina writes back to Biden

Foreign minister hands over PM’s letter to Eileen Laubacher
26 February 2024, 07:24 AM

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, 18:34 PM

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, 16:54 PM

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, 16:12 PM

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, 15:35 PM

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, 15:33 PM

Dhaka, Washington eye new chapter in bilateral ties

Says Foreign Minister Hasan Mahmud after meeting US delegation
25 February 2024, 12:45 PM

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, 09:11 AM

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, 18:00 PM

Foreign secretary, EU envoy unveil book 'Dhaka Talks'

A new book titled "Dhaka Talks: Diplomats & Mahfuz Mishu" was launched this evening
24 February 2024, 17:31 PM