Bangladesh receives India’s BRICS Summit invitation for PM Tarique

The two-day gathering will focus on global cooperation, trade and sustainable development
23 July 2026

Khalilur holds talks with US, Russia, China and Pakistan on ARF sidelines

Foreign minister discusses trade, investment, energy, connectivity and regional issues in Manila
22 July 2026

Rohingya crisis outside BIMSTEC’s mandate, says secretary general

Comparing BIMSTEC with SAARC is 'misleading and misplaced', Indra Mani Pandey says
21 July 2026

Dhaka seeks Asaduzzaman’s extradition

State Ministerfor Foreign Affairs Shama Obaed Islam yesterday said Bangladesh has sought the extradition of former home minister Asaduzzaman Khan Kamal from India.
21 July 2026

PM's defence adviser meets Indian security adviser on BIMSTEC sidelines

No official statement issued after bilateral meeting between Dhaka and New Delhi
20 July 2026

Dhaka seeks UN-led global debt relief

Bangladesh has called for a UN-led international debt relief mechanism to help developing countries cope with mounting fiscal pressures caused by global crises.
19 July 2026

Hasina's extradition: India says Bangladesh’s request is under legal review

Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson says any decision will follow applicable laws and due process
17 July 2026

Bangladeshis view China more positively than the US

China is now viewed more favourably than the US in Bangladesh, according to a new survey by the US-based Pew Research Centre.
17 July 2026

Rabab Fatima appointed head of UN mission in Afghanistan

She brings more than three decades of diplomatic and multilateral experience to the role
16 July 2026

India reacts to Hasina’s return plan

India yesterday said there has been no change in its position regarding the possible extradition of ousted prime minister Sheikh Hasina, describing the matter as a “legal issue” which would be dealt with accordingly.
15 July 2026

India responds to Hasina’s stated desire to return to Bangladesh in Dec

New Delhi says there has been no change in its approach
14 July 2026

Parliament adopts condolence motion on death of Qatar’s former emir

Lawmakers remember Sheikh Hamad as a visionary leader who strengthened Bangladesh-Qatar relations
14 July 2026

Stephen Rodriques joins as UNDP Resident Representative in Bangladesh

He succeeds Stefan Liller in leading the UNDP's work in the country
14 July 2026

Dhaka pushes for 3yr delay in LDC graduation

Bangladesh has urged the international community to preserve and expand market access for the Least Developed Countries (LDCs) by reversing protectionist trends and ensuring transparent, simplified, and development-friendly rules of origin.
14 July 2026

Through remarks, Hasina trying to rally AL leaders; will land in jail if she returns: Shama Obaed

Govt has already requested India to hand over Hasina under the extradition treaty
13 July 2026

Bangladesh to send PM's defence adviser to BIMSTEC NSA meeting in New Delhi

India scheduled to host the meeting in New Delhi on July 16
12 July 2026

Efforts to bring Hasina back ongoing - Says Shama Obaed

State Minister for Foreign Affairs Shama Obaed Islam yesterday said there is no lack of diplomatic efforts to bring back ousted prime minister Sheikh Hasina to Bangladesh to face trial but acknowledged that it takes time.
10 July 2026

Dhaka, Beijing hold military and tech talks

Bangladesh and China have discussed ways to strengthen existing technological and military cooperation and further advance the strategic partnership between the two countries.
10 July 2026

Turkiye to help set up drone factory in Bogura

A joint venture drone manufacturing factory will be established in Bogura in collaboration with Turkiye, adjacent to the airport that is being upgraded to international standards and the planned Bangladesh Air Force base in the district, said State Minister for Local Government Mir Shahe Alam yesterday.
10 July 2026

Malaysia labour market: Old ghosts haunt new recruitment push

The same old corrupt practices appear to be stalking the prospect of resuming labour recruitment from Bangladesh to Malaysia.
10 July 2026