Foreign Affairs
Govt denounces Israeli strike that killed 2 Bangladeshis
Bangladesh strongly condemned the killing of two Bangladeshi nationals in an Israeli drone strike in southern Lebanon on Tuesday (May 12). The information was disclosed in a statement issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Bangladesh.
India's newly appointed High Commissioner to take charge in June
Former Indian Railways Minister and BJP leader Dinesh Trivedi will arrive in Dhaka in mid-June to take charge as India's new High Commissioner to Bangladesh. On the other hand, Prannoy Verma, who has been serving in the Indian mission in Bangladesh since September 2022, will leave Dhaka soon.
Russian Embassy in Dhaka marks 81st Victory Day with commemorative events
The Embassy of Russia here on Saturday (May 9) celebrated the 81st anniversary of Victory Day with a series of commemorative events in Dhaka, honouring those who contributed to the defeat of Nazi Germany during World War II.
Bangladesh seeks global cooperation on safe migration at UN forum
Expatriates’ Welfare and Overseas Employment Minister Ariful Haque Choudhury has called for stronger global cooperation to curb irregular migration and ensure the protection of migrant workers’ rights, fair recruitment practices, decent working conditions and fair wages.
Bangladesh, China foreign ministers hold bilateral meeting in Beijing
Foreign Minister Dr Khalilur Rahman held a bilateral meeting with his Chinese counterpart Wang Yi in Beijing on Wednesday, May 6.
India elections are an internal matter: Minister of State for Foreign Affairs
No matter which government comes to power in West Bengal, Bangladesh's foreign policy will not change, said Minister of State for Foreign Affairs Shama Obaed.
Brendan Lynch arrives in Dhaka today to discuss trade deal progress
Brendan Lynch, Assistant US Trade Representative for South and Central Asia, is arriving in Dhaka on Tuesday for a three-day visit to discuss the progress of the trade agreement signed between the United States and Bangladesh.
Saudi Ambassador pays courtesy call on Speaker
Speaker of the National Assembly Hafiz Uddin Ahmad Bir Bikram was paid a courtesy call on Saudi Arabia's Ambassador to Bangladesh Dr. Abdullah Zafar bin Abiah. The meeting was held at the Speaker's office on Monday (May 4).
Whoever wins Bengal polls, Bangladesh ties won't be affected: State Minister
Whoever comes to power in the West Bengal assembly election, the relationship with Bangladesh will not be affected, State Minister for Foreign Affairs Shama Obaed has said .
Dhaka summons Indian envoy over protest against Assam CM's remarks
Acting Indian High Commissioner in Dhaka Pawan Badhe has been summoned to the Foreign Ministry to protest against Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma's anti-Bangladesh statement.