Bangladesh yesterday described its relationship with Saudi Arabia as “strategic” and said its decision to join a Saudi-led maritime defence alliance is aimed at tackling challenges created by the Houthis of Yemen.

Humaiun Kobir says home ministry is handling the matter

US Special Presidential Envoy for South and Central Asia Sergio Gor’s three-day visit to Bangladesh underscored US support for the new administration while signalling greater economic engagement through trade and investment.

Bangladesh’s decision to join a Saudi Arabia-led maritime security coalition underscores Dhaka’s commitment to protecting global sea lanes while carefully balancing relations with competing regional powers, analysts say.

Says revised US travel advisory signals Bangladesh is ready for investment

The meeting began at 9:30am at the Prime Minister's Office in Tejgaon

New Delhi says her stay is based on humanitarian considerations, while Bangladesh’s extradition request remains under legal review

The advisory was upgraded from “Reconsider Travel” to “Exercise Increased Caution,” according to the foreign ministry

Bangladesh does not feel any pressure over the Agreement on Reciprocal Trade (ART) signed with the US, Foreign Minister Khalilur Rahman said yesterday after a meeting with US Special Envoy to South and Central Asia Sergio Gor in Dhaka.

Remarks follow talks with Foreign Minister Khalil Rahman

Malaysian PM says these matters require 'careful diplomacy'

He will hold high-level talks in Dhaka and visit the Rohingya camps in Cox’s Bazar

Talks are expected to centre on strategic ties, regional developments and Bangladesh's evolving foreign policy priorities

Consignment of 620 fruits handed over at Akhaura land port

Dinesh Trivedi signals optimism over pending bilateral issues

Malaysian PM says the two leaders also discussed investment and port cooperation

The US has imposed a 10 percent tariff on imports from Bangladesh along with 17 other countries, as the countries have not done enough to prevent the import of raw materials produced using forced labour.

Foreign Minister Dr Khalilur Rahman has reaffirmed Bangladesh’s commitment to working closely with ASEAN and its partners to strengthen regional cooperation in tackling emerging and transnational threats.

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has invited Prime Minister Tarique Rahman to attend the 18th BRICS Summit, to be held in New Delhi on September 12-13, where leaders will discuss global cooperation, trade, and sustainable development.

Foreign minister calls for collective action on Rohingya crisis, climate change and emerging technology challenges