Strong, stable, self-reliant Bangladesh provides best security guarantee for India: Momen

Foreign Minister AK Abdul Momen today said that a stable socio-economic condition in the country can take India-Bangladesh relations to a newer height and ensure the best form of security guarantee for India
6 October 2023, 17:43 PM

Strategic partnerships with neighbours for peaceful region: Momen

Foreign Minister AK Abdul Momen today said collaboration among neighbours in South Asia through strategic partnerships for shared peace and stability can help establish a peaceful region
5 October 2023, 17:56 PM

Rooppur nuke plant a symbol of strong Dhaka-Moscow ties: Putin

Russian President Vladimir Putin today said Rooppur Nuclear Power Plant (RNPP) would remain as a symbol of strong bilateral ties between Dhaka and Moscow
5 October 2023, 12:29 PM

Lucrative market here drawing interest of foreign powers: Momen

Foreign powers are now more interested in Bangladesh as this rapidly developing country has become a lucrative market for them, said Foreign Minister AK Abdul Momen yesterday
4 October 2023, 20:52 PM

US reiterates importance of free polls in Bangladesh

Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, during her recent visit to Washington DC, held a meeting with US National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan, who talked about the importance of free and fair elections due in January next year.
4 October 2023, 18:00 PM

US won’t back those who stay away from polls

The US is not in favour of those who do not want to participate in elections, said Foreign Minister AK Abdul Momen yesterday following his US and UK visits.
4 October 2023, 18:00 PM

Bangladesh, India to jointly combat cyberattacks: Palak

State Minister for ICT Zunaid Ahmed Palak today said Bangladesh and India will collaborate with each other to combat cyberattacks and threats alongside safeguarding their own cyberspaces and contributing to the security of the entire global cyberspace
4 October 2023, 15:15 PM

Aligning labour law with int’l standards ‘essential’ for GSP+: EU envoy

Ambassador of the European Union (EU) to Bangladesh Charles Whiteley today said aligning labour law with international standards will be an “essential element” for the European Parliament and the commission in considering Bangladesh’s application for market access, the GSP+.
4 October 2023, 11:49 AM

US nat'l security adviser met PM in Washington DC, stressed on free, fair polls

During her recent visit to Washington DC, Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina held a meeting with US National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan, who talked about the importance of free and fair elections
4 October 2023, 05:48 AM

Bangladesh Polls: US doesn’t want to influence outcome

The US does not want to influence the outcome of the election in Bangladesh, said State Department Spokesperson Matthew Miller.
3 October 2023, 18:00 PM
3 October 2023, 16:19 PM

Nepal parliamentary delegation meets Speaker Shirin Sharmin

A visiting Nepalese parliamentary delegation paid a courtesy call on Speaker of Bangladesh Parliament Dr Shirin Sharmin Chaudhury today at the latter's office in Dhaka..Nepalese MP Dr Arzu Rana led the visiting team during the meeting, said a press release. .In the meeting, different
3 October 2023, 14:38 PM

Democracy must continue in Bangladesh at any cost: PM

Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has said democracy must continue in Bangladesh at any cost, reiterating her commitment to hold the next general election in a free and fair manner
2 October 2023, 14:37 PM

Gandhi's ideals still relevant

Mahatma Gandhi's conviction in the innate goodness of humanity and peace and non-violence as a force for change remain as relevant today as they were during India's freedom struggle, said Indian High Commissioner to Bangladesh Pranay Verma yesterday
2 October 2023, 13:58 PM

US wants more durable houses for Rohingyas

The US wants semi-durable houses for the Rohingyas and allowing them income-generating activities in Cox’s Bazar as part of the policy to cut cost for the refugees.
1 October 2023, 18:00 PM

Allow Rohingyas in income-generating activities: US

Semi-durable houses for the Rohingyas and allowing them to join income-generating activities in Cox's Bazar may curtail government costs for refugees, the US has suggested today
1 October 2023, 17:44 PM

Maldives presidential election: President, PM congratulates Mohamed Muizzu

Bangladesh President Mohammed Shahabuddin and Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina have extended heartfelt congratulations to Dr Mohamed Muizzu on being elected as the president of Maldives
1 October 2023, 16:43 PM

No discussion on visa policy

Says acting foreign secy after meeting with US assistant secretary
1 October 2023, 14:49 PM
30 September 2023, 11:16 AM

US values its ties with Bangladesh

The United States has said it expects that the government of Bangladesh will take all necessary actions to maintain the safety and security of all foreign missions and personnel in the country, including those from the US.
29 September 2023, 18:00 PM