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

Int’l Youth Peace Camp: 60 cyclists reach Gandhi Ashram in Noakhali from India

A 52-member cyclist team from Indian state of Maharashtra reached Gandhi Ashram in Noakhali's Sonaimuri upazila yesterday in order to participate in the International Youth Peace Camp 2023
29 September 2023, 06:04 AM

Washington values relationship with Dhaka: US State Department

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, 04:52 AM

Addressing air quality crucial for Dhaka’s sustainability: Haas

Addressing Dhaka’s air quality issues is not only a matter of public health but also a crucial step in ensuring the city’s long-term sustainability and livability, said US Ambassador to Bangladesh Peter Haas today
28 September 2023, 15:38 PM

Commerce minister urges Mexican businesses to invest in Bangladesh

Highlighting various development initiatives of the government, Commerce Minister Tipu Munshi has urged Mexico to explore economic opportunities in Bangladesh
28 September 2023, 10:31 AM

US visa curbs: Inclusion of media not ‘a right choice’, says Shahriar

State Minister for Foreign Affairs Md Shahriar Alam yesterday said the inclusion of media under the US visa restrictions does not seem to be “a right choice, or right thing to do or say”
27 September 2023, 19:23 PM

Bangladesh-US ties 'outstandingly cordial' but some trying to inject bitterness: Momen

Foreign Minister AK Abdul Momen has described Bangladesh's relationship with the United States as "outstandingly warm and cordial", but noted that some quarters are trying to inject bitterness into this relationship through lies
27 September 2023, 08:37 AM

US Visa Policy: It aims to ensure free, fair polls in Bangladesh

The US State Department reiterated that the intention of the US visa policy announced for Bangladesh was not to take a side in the country’s election but to ensure or support free, fair, and peaceful national polls in Bangladesh.
26 September 2023, 18:00 PM

Benapole port: 173-tonne hilsa exported to India in 3 days

A total of 173 tonnes of hilsa have been exported to India through Benapole port since Thursday
26 September 2023, 15:56 PM

China opposes external interference in Bangladesh: envoy

China opposes any kind of external interference in Bangladesh, said Chinese Ambassador to Bangladesh Yao Wen yesterday
25 September 2023, 20:13 PM

US Assistant Secretary Rena Bitter due this week

US Assistant Secretary of State for Consular Affairs Rena Bitter is scheduled to travel to Islamabad, Karachi, and Dhaka from September 25 to October 2
25 September 2023, 19:10 PM

US assistant secretary due this week

US Assistant Secretary of State for Consular Affairs Rena Bitter is scheduled to travel to Islamabad, Karachi, and Dhaka from September 25 to October 2.
25 September 2023, 18:00 PM

Media may come under its purview: Haas

US Ambassador to Bangladesh Peter Haas yesterday said media in Bangladesh may also come under the purview of the US visa policy.
24 September 2023, 18:00 PM

Media may come under purview of US visa policy: Haas

US Ambassador to Bangladesh Peter Haas today said media in Bangladesh may also come under the purview of US visa policy
24 September 2023, 15:43 PM

Renowned Saudi companies interested in investing in Bangladesh: Saudi envoy

Bangladesh is an emerging economic power in Southeast Asia and Saudi Arabia is keen to invest in various sectors, Saudi Ambassador Essa bin Yousef Al Duhailan has said
24 September 2023, 10:59 AM

No tension with the US; confident partnership will flourish: Momen

Foreign Minister AK Abdul Momen yesterday denied that there is any tension in the Bangladesh-US relations following the US State Department’s announcement of initiating visa restrictions on Bangladeshi individuals.
24 September 2023, 09:48 AM

WB approves $300m to help Bangladesh improve secondary education

The Board of Executive Directors of the World Bank has approved $300 million to help Bangladesh recover from learning losses incurred during the Covid-19 pandemic
23 September 2023, 14:01 PM
23 September 2023, 11:20 AM

Will keep promoting democracy, rule of law

Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has reiterated that Bangladesh will continue to promote democracy, rule of law and freedom of expression as per its constitution.
22 September 2023, 18:00 PM

Undermining Fair Polls: US taking steps to impose visa curbs on Bangladeshis

The US Department of State has said it is already taking steps to impose visa restrictions on Bangladeshi individuals responsible for, or complicit in, undermining the democratic election process in Bangladesh.
22 September 2023, 18:00 PM