Staff Correspondent Japan and Bangladesh have decided recently to launch the negotiations for the Japan-Bangladesh Economic Partnership Agreement (EPA). The decision is based on the recommendation in the report of the Joint Study Group on the Possibility of an EPA between Japan and Bangladesh (released in December 2023), which summarizes the discussions and outcomes of the Joint Study Group held in 2023.The report recommends that the negotiations for the conclusion of an EPA between Japan and Bangladesh be launched, as the conclusion of a comprehensive and high-level EPA between Japan and Bangladesh will contribute to the strengthening of economic relations,…
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Staff Correspondent Chinese Ambassador Yao Wen delivered recently a lecture upon invitation at the Foreign Service Academy of Bangladesh. Md. Iqbal Hussain Khan, ndc, Director General of FSA and diplomat trainees from Bangladesh and other 5 countries were present at the lecture. Ambassador Yao pointed out that at present, both China and Bangladesh are in a critical period of development and revitalization. The two countries have had rapid economic development, maintained long-term social stability and benefited from a strong leadership core. In the face of the complex international situation, China has steadily advanced the Chinese modernization, maintained the resilience and…
Staff Correspondent Swiss Ambassador Reto Renggli had a constructive meeting recently with Agriculture Minister, Dr. Md. Abdus Shahid, MP. They discussed the current challenges and opportunities in Bangladesh’s agriculture sector, including the impact of climate change and the emphasis on mechanization. Switzerland has been an effective and reliable development partner of Bangladesh for many years, introducing new ideas and innovative solutions to the agriculture sector. To provide farmers with a safety net against different vulnerabilities, Switzerland is in consultation with the Ministry of Agriculture and other public and private stakeholders to further implement a micro insurance programme. This will not…
Staff Correspondent Swedish Crown Princess Victoria together with Minister for International Development Cooperation and Foreign Trade Johan Forssell will come to Bangladesh, according to sources. The visit will take place on 18–21 March on the occasion of HRH The Crown Princess’s role as Goodwill Ambassador for the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). UNDP Assistant Secretary General Ulrika Modéer will also take part. The purpose of the visit is to get a glimpse of the journey of development that Bangladesh has made. It is also an opportunity to study progress and ongoing challenges in the…
The global gaming industry is growing at an unprecedented rate. Not only are more games and gamers popping up in large numbers, but the games themselves are reaching newer heights in terms of quality, both in terms of visuals and storytelling. It can rightly be called the success of the game developers, who work tirelessly to produce these games. Although late, Bangladesh is also slowly getting into the game development scenario. Currently, there exists no undergraduate or postgraduate study specifically related to game development in Bangladesh like in universities abroad. However, it is possible to get into game development from…
Very few words or phrases capture the full extent of Dhaka’s dysfunctionality as well as “bursting at the seams.” And in no way does this become more apparent than when commuting in Dhaka. Every acre of asphalt feels unsafe as if the streets have been laced with some sort of charm that causes the most fatal of events to unfold. Whether a split second or a few inches away, there is no doubt that catastrophe is always near on the streets of the capital. Commuting in Dhaka is almost always enraging and on a good day, tolerable. Much like myself, there…
staff reporter Kuwait Airways Chairman, Captain Abdulmohsen Al-Fagaan received an Irish delegation headed by His Excellency, the Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment of Ireland, Mr. Simon Coveney, along with the Ambassador of Ireland to the United Arab Emirates, H.E. Alison Milton, and accompanied by various business delegates and Irish companies at the company’s headquarters, in the presence of Kuwait Airways’ Chief Executive Officer, Captain Ahmad M. Alkreebani and various officials representing the company. During the meeting, the two sides discussed ways to strengthen relations between Kuwait Airways and Ireland, with regard to the aviation sector and to work on…
staff reporter Your amazing journey to Bangladesh starts at the airport, immediately after your Dhaka flight. Once you disembark, it’s time to get your bags and maybe something to eat. Then it’s decision time: Knowing how much you saved on your cheap AirAsia flight to Dhaka, you might want to take a taxi to an amazing sight or attraction. Or perhaps it’s time to hit the hotel or meet up with friends and family. The adventure begins after the flight, and we hope it never ends for you. Amazing Things To Do In Dhaka Activities can make the difference between…
staff reporter BRAC Bank has signed a partnership agreement with NRB CIP Association to promote remittance and investment inflow into the country. NRB CIP Association is an organisation of Non-resident Bangladeshi (NRB) commercially important persons (CIPs) living in different countries. The agreement will enable expatriate Bangladeshi businessmen, professionals, and their families back in Bangladesh to avail exclusive banking, remittance and investment services from BRAC Bank. Mohammed Mahtabur Rahman CIP, President of NRB CIP Association, and Sheikh Mohammad Ashfaque, Head of Branches of BRAC Bank, signed the agreement in Sharjah, UAE, on February 14, 2024, in the presence of Shofiqur Rahman…
staff reporter In a groundbreaking initiative to celebrate the spirit of Ramadan, ISHO, a leading name in the furniture industry, is set to launch its unprecedented ‘Share the Joy of Giving’ campaign. This philanthropic endeavor aims to spread warmth, compassion, and the essence of Ramadan by gifting free furniture across Dhaka City, stated a press release. With a commitment to making a meaningful impact on the community, ISHO envisions a city adorned with the spirit of generosity and unity during this holy month. The company will be distributing high-quality furniture pieces at various locations, turning the act of giving into a city-wide celebration. As part…
