No scope for Bangladesh to join BRICS Summit, PM wasn’t invited: Humaiun Kobir

State Minister for Foreign Affairs Humaiun Kobir today said there is scope for Bangladesh to send a government representative to the BRICS Summit as Prime Minister Tarique Rahman was not invited to the summit and the invitation instead extended to the BIMSTEC Chair.
10 September 2026

Bangladesh to hold talks with China, Myanmar over Rohingya crisis: State minister

Humaiun Kobir says only a political solution can end the protracted displacement
10 September 2026

Bangladesh, India discuss defence cooperation, maritime security

Indian High Commissioner Dinesh Trivedi pays courtesy call PM's Defence Adviser Shamsul Islam
9 September 2026

Khalilur assumes presidency of 81st UNGA

Pledges dialogue, reform, vows to address Rohingya issue
9 September 2026

Dhaka-Kolkata train: Resumption of services on cards

Bangladesh has proposed rerouting the Dhaka-Kolkata Maitree Express via the Padma Bridge to cut travel time between Dhaka and Kolkata.
9 September 2026

Khalilur Rahman to take charge as UNGA president today

He will chair the first plenary meeting of the 81st UNGA session at 1:00am Wednesday
8 September 2026

Tarique urges Japan envoy to help ensure safe Rohingya repatriation

PM also seeks cooperation in setting up vaccine production centre in Bangladesh
7 September 2026

Bangladesh to highlight reforms, economic potential at UNGA: Shama Obaed

State minister says Dhaka will pursue economic diplomacy, skilled migration and greater economic diversification
5 September 2026

No PM visit to India before UN session: State minister

Humaiun Kobir says bilateral discussions on visit schedule are ongoing
5 September 2026

Bangladesh, China discuss strengthening defence cooperation

Two sides focus on military training, education exchanges and technological cooperation
3 September 2026

Tehran not concerned over Dhaka’s decision

Iran does not view the “Makkah pact” involving Saudi Arabia, Türkiye, and Pakistan as something against Tehran, and Bangladesh’s decision does not create concerns for them.
3 September 2026

‘Bangladesh PM intelligent and pro-people’

Indian High Commissioner to Bangladesh Dinesh Trivedi yesterday described Prime Minister Tarique Rahman as “intelligent” and “pro-people”, expressing optimism about stronger ties between the two countries.
3 September 2026

No problem from Iran’s side in energy shipments to Bangladesh: Envoy

Ambassador blames US attacks and blockade for difficulties surrounding supplies
2 September 2026

‘Boeing won’t let you down, I won’t forget’

US President Donald Trump has expressed hope of meeting Prime Minister Tarique Rahman soon, saying he believes Bangladesh and its people have a very bright future under his leadership.
2 September 2026

‘Boeing will not let you down, and I will not forget’: Trump writes to Tarique

US president thanks Bangladesh PM for deciding to purchase Boeing aircraft and says he looks forward to meeting Tarique soon
1 September 2026

Cancellation of Awami League-linked Delhi event a positive step: Humaiun Kobir

State minister says discussions on PM’s India visit are continuing, with no date fixed yet
1 September 2026

Mixed reactions to Bangladesh joining Mecca Pact

Experts divided over whether Mecca Pact could become a ‘shadow alliance’ of NATO
31 August 2026

Khalilur leaves Dhaka to assume UNGA presidency

Khalilur is scheduled to remain on the visit from August 31 to October 21
31 August 2026

Sergio Gor hails Trump's 'Boeing deal with Bangladesh'

The US envoy to India has lauded US President Donald Trump and Bangladesh Prime Minister Tarique Rahman for what he called an “incredible deal” to purchase additional Boeing aircraft in addition to the original order
30 August 2026

Irene Khan assumes office as Bangladesh’s permanent representative to UN

Irene formally took charge by presenting credentials to UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres at the UN Headquarters
29 August 2026