Many applicants seek entry ‘to study, but not really to study’: Dutch ambassador

Embassy is tightening scrutiny of student visa applications, he says
18 January 2026

Tarique’s meeting with UK envoy: Bilateral relations, cooperation discussed

BNP chairman’s first meeting with UK high commissioner since return
17 January 2026

UK, Nepal, Bhutan envoys meet Tarique Rahman

BNP media cell member confirms separate courtesy calls
17 January 2026

Bangladesh halts on-arrival visas till February 15

Bangladesh has suspended the on-arrival visa facility for all eligible countries from today until February 15 to prevent any untoward incident during the upcoming election.
15 January 2026

‘No reconciliation without remorse’

Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus yesterday ruled out the possibility of a truth and reconciliation initiative in Bangladesh due to the continued denial by the former regime of its crimes.
15 January 2026

Bangladesh yet to decide on sending forces to Gaza: Foreign adviser

Three conditions have been mentioned clearly, he says
14 January 2026

UAE grants royal pardon to 440 Bangladeshi prisoners

As part of Union Day celebrations, UAE rulers approved one of the largest clemency initiatives in recent years
14 January 2026

We are in regular touch with Dhaka: Indian army chief

General Dwivedi dismisses concerns over Bangladesh’s ties with Pakistan and China
13 January 2026

Dhaka’s interest in joining Gaza ISF conditional: Says govt; muted reactions from political parties

The government has said Bangladesh’s interest in joining the proposed International Stabilisation Force (ISF) for Gaza hinges on several principles, including that the force be temporary and operate under a clear United Nations Security Council mandate.
13 January 2026

Rohingya Genocide: ICJ begins hearings on case today

The International Court of Justice will today begin public hearings in the case concerning Rohingya genocide, bringing renewed hope of ending decades-long suffering of the ethnic people denied of citizenship.
12 January 2026

Bangladesh reaffirms support for Somalia’s sovereignty at OIC meet

Foreign adviser urges rejection of Israel’s recognition of ‘Somaliland’
11 January 2026

‘Level playing field vital for credible polls’

A level playing field for the election is essential, and institutions, including the Election Commission and law enforcement agencies, must not be politicised, European Union Election Observer Mission (EOM) chief Ivars Ijabs has said.
11 January 2026

India, Turkey, Egypt envoys meet Tarique

Three foreign envoys paid courtesy calls on BNP Chairman Tarique Rahman at his Gulshan office yesterday.
11 January 2026

Christensen takes oath as US envoy to Bangladesh

Brent Christensen, a career foreign service official, was sworn in as the new US Ambassador to Bangladesh on Friday.
11 January 2026

Dhaka pushes Washington to lower tariffs

Bangladesh’s reciprocal tariff rate on exports to the United States may see further reduction from the current 20 percent, bringing it more in line with regional competitors, as both governments move to strengthen bilateral trade ties, according to a statement from the Chief Adviser’s Press Wing yesterday.
11 January 2026

Bangladesh, US discuss elections, trade and Rohingya crisis in Washington meetings

NSA Khalilur Rahman signals Bangladesh’s willingness to contribute to Gaza stabilisation mission
10 January 2026

US Visa bond: Dhaka seeks relief on tariff, business travel

Dhaka has requested Washington to ease business travel for Bangladeshis following the United States’ decision to add the country to its visa bond list.
10 January 2026

Pakistan high commissioner meets Tarique Rahman

Discussion focuses on regional cooperation, trade, and bilateral ties
9 January 2026

US wants to send back 5k Bangladeshis

The US wants the speedy repatriation of around 5,000 undocumented Bangladeshis currently living there, as the Trump administration steps up its anti-immigration drive, diplomatic sources said.
9 January 2026

Bangladesh suspends visa services at three missions in India

Three key Bangladesh missions in India have temporarily suspended visa services on security grounds, said Foreign Affairs Adviser Touhid Hossain yesterday.
9 January 2026