US President Donald Trump said he was postponing a planned attack on Iran scheduled for Tuesday at the request of Gulf leaders amid “serious negotiations” with Tehran. Trump’s sudden announcement on social media on Monday came after Iran said it had responded to a new US proposal aimed at ending the war. Trump said he would “hold off on our planned Military attack of the Islamic Republic of Iran, which was scheduled for tomorrow,” in a message on his Truth Social network. The US president said he had been asked to do so by the leaders of Qatar, Saudi Arabia…
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Russian President Vladimir Putin arrives in Beijing on Tuesday for a summit with Chinese leader Xi Jinping, looking to deepen a strategic partnership stretching from Scandinavia to Southeast Asia. Underpinning the two nuclear powers’ relations is China’s economic heft complemented by Russia’s vast oil production, likely at the forefront of talks this week. Here’s what to know ahead of the meeting: – Firm friends, frequent visits – Putin is a regular visitor to China and has met Xi dozens of times, with the two leaders often calling to extend messages, condolences and congratulations — including birthday wishes. This week marks…
Bangladesh and the United States have reaffirmed their commitment to further strengthening bilateral partnership across various areas of mutual interest. The discussion was held when State Minister for Foreign Affairs Shama Obaed Islam met US Assistant Secretary of State for South and Central Asian Affairs S. Paul Kapur at the Department of State on Monday, according to a message received here today. During the meeting, the two sides discussed issues relating to bilateral cooperation and shared interests, underscoring the importance of deepening Bangladesh-US engagement in multiple sectors. They reiterated their commitment to advancing the longstanding partnership between the two countries…
Prime Minister Tarique Rahman today opened a three-day nationwide “Land Service Fair-2026” in the capital. He formally inaugurated the fair around 11:19 am by pressing a button at the ‘Bhumi Bhaban’ in the city’s Tejgaon area. He also unveiled the covers of three publications of the Ministry of Land. Following the inauguration, the fair began simultaneously across all districts and upazilas, which will continue until May 21. The main theme of this year’s fair is “Citizen-friendly automated land management, secure land and prosperous future”. The main objective of the fair is to familiarize citizens with new land services and provide…
The Khulna City unit of Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) has announced a six-day programme marking the 45th death anniversary of its founder and Shaheed President Ziaur Rahman, Bir Uttam, the proclaimer of independence and pioneer of multi-party democracy. The decision was taken at a joint meeting held at the party office here this evening. As part of the programme, black badges will be worn, black flags hoisted and party flags kept at half-mast on May 30. A doa mahfil and discussion meeting will also be held on the day. The programmes will continue until June 4. The observances also include…
Bangladesh and Singapore have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral cooperation in police reform, cyber security, counterterrorism and investment expansion. The commitment came during a meeting between Home Minister Salahuddin Ahmed and Singapore’s Non-Resident High Commissioner Derek Loh at the Secretariat today, said a press release of the ministry. The meeting focused on law enforcement cooperation, professional training and capacity building of Bangladesh Police, cybercrime prevention, countering transnational extremism, real-time information sharing, trade and investment expansion, and mutual legal assistance in criminal matters. Salahuddin described Bangladesh-Singapore relations as “close and multidimensional,” saying the partnership is built on mutual trust, friendship…
Finance and Planning Minister Amir Khosru Mahmud Chowdhury today said Bangladesh is steadily emerging as the next major investment destination due to the government’s reform initiatives, leadership commitment, rapid decision-making and ambitious development agenda. Speaking at a press briefing after the day’s National Economic Council (NEC) meeting, the minister said the government’s Taka 3,00,000 crore Annual Development Programme (ADP) has been designed to pull the economy out of fragility through large-scale investments and employment generation. “If aspirations are not high, development cannot move forward,” he said while responding to questions on whether the fresh ADP is overly ambitious. “To move…
Local Government, Rural Development and Cooperatives Minister Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir today urged Singapore to invest in Bangladesh’s promising sectors, saying the country has emerged as a highly potential destination for foreign investment. “There are vast opportunities for foreign investment in infrastructure, PPP, transport and technology sectors,” he said when Singapore’s Non-Resident High Commissioner Derek Loh paid a courtesy call on him at the secretariat here. The minister said Bangladesh is facing various challenges in development and modernisation, but the government led by Prime Minister Tarique Rahman is taking effective initiatives in different sectors to sustain economic progress. During the…
Prime Minister Tarique Rahman has asked BNP lawmakers from women reserved seats to prepare themselves to play an effective role in the Jatiya Sangsad (JS). The premier gave the directive at a meeting with the women MPs at Cabinet Division at the secretariat here today, according to PM’s press wing. Tarique Rahman urged the MPs to develop themselves as competent lawmakers by having a clear understanding of the Rules of Procedure of the JS. He asked the lawmakers to remain cautious and responsible while delivering speeches in the parliament. The prime minister further directed the MPs to stay vigilant so…
Eid-ul-Azha, the second largest religious festival of Muslims, will be observed on May 28 as moon of the holy month of Zil Hajj of Hijri year 1447 was sighted in the skies of Bangladesh today. The counting of the holy month of Zil Hajj will begin tomorrow as Eid-ul Azha is celebrated on the 10th day of Zil Hajj, said a press release. This decision was taken today during a meeting of the National Moon Sighting Committee at the Islamic Foundation at Baitul Mukarram with Religious Affairs Minister Kazi Shah Mofazzal Houssain (Kaikobad) in the chair. Officials concerned were present…
