Staff Correspondent The U.S. government commended Bangladesh’s army on Monday for its “restraint” and urged the democratic formation of an interim government after Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina resigned and fled the South Asian country, according to media report. Hasina’s exit came after hundreds of people were killed in a crackdown on demonstrations that began as protests against preferential job quotas and swelled into a movement demanding her downfall. General Waker-Uz-Zaman, Bangladesh’s army chief, announced Hasina’s resignation in a televised address and said an interim government would be formed. “The United States has long called for respecting democratic rights in Bangladesh,…
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Staff Correspondent Following the address to the nation by Chief of Army Staff, General Waker-Uz-Zaman, the EU calls for calm and restraint. It is vital that an orderly and peaceful transition towards a democratically elected government is ensured, in full respect of human rights and democratic principles, according to press release. “The EU is saddened by the tragic loss of life during the protests in recent days. We take note of the assurances given by General Waker-Uz-Zaman that the situation will be handled in a peaceful manner, and that all unlawful killings will be impartially investigated. Accountability for human rights…
Staff Correspondent Thai Ambassador Makawadee Sumitmor and the Embassy’s officials recently paid homage on the auspicious occasion of the King’s 6th Cycle Birthday Anniversary 28th July 2024 at the Ambassador’s Residence.. The event followed by candle lighting and signing the book of blessings to present their best wishes to the King.
Staff Report Foreign Secretary Masud Bin Momen recently briefed high level representatives of the country's development partners stationed here on the current situation and investigation of death and vandalism during the quota movement. BSS report said. "The development partners wanted to know more about freedom of assembly, and wanted to know whether any force is being applied or anyone is arrested," he told reporters after the briefing at the state guesthouse Padma in the capital. Masud informed the development partners that there was no problem where people were protesting peacefully, but there were some problems in some places where the…
Staff Correspondent The Council of the International Seabed Authority (ISA) concluded the second part of its twenty-ninth session, marking significant progress in the development of regulations for the exploitation of mineral resources in the Area, according to press release. During this session, the Council, finalized the first reading of the consolidated text through Draft Regulations on the exploitation of mineral resources in the Area. These discussions covered crucial aspects such as closure plans, environmental monitoring and inspection mechanisms. Thematic discussions addressed several critical issues including equalization measures, underwater cultural heritage, environmental impact assessments and statements and environmental management and monitoring.…
Staff Correspondent Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina recently said the anarchists had tried to create Sri Lanka type mayhem in the country during the recent quota reform movement and they planned to topple the government. BSS report said. "Actually, they (the anarchists) planned to create Sri Lanka type violence and oust the government," she said when Indian High Commissioner to Bangladesh Pranay Verma called on her at her official residence Ganabhaban. Prime Minister's Press Secretary Md Nayeemul Islam Khan briefed the reporters after the call on. Sheikh Hasina said the recent movement centring quota reform was not a normal movement at…
Staff Correspondent Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina recently said foreign technical assistance will be taken for the judicial probe committee formed by the government aims at ensuring fair and standard inquiry of quota reform movement. "We will take foreign technical assistance for the judicial inquiry committee to make it appropriate, qualitative and highly standard," she said. The premier said this while German Ambassador here Achim Troster called on her at her official residence Ganabhaban. Prime Minister's Press Secretary Md Nayeemul Islam Khan briefed the reporters after the meeting. The government has formed the Judicial Inquiry Committee with High Court Justice Khandaker…
Staff Correspondent Due to the unpredictable nature of the protests and the government response, U.S. citizens should practice vigilance and consider returning to the United States, the latest press release of the U.S. Embassy said. “Avoid demonstrations and exercise caution in the vicinity of any large gatherings. Review personal security plans; remain aware of your surroundings, including local events; and monitor local news stations for updates. If you wish to contact family members, phone service, SMS, and internet are intermittently available.” The press release added. The Government of Bangladesh extended its lockdown (curfew) indefinitely, ordering everyone to stay inside except…
Staff Correspondent Foreign Minister Hasan Mahmud objected to West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee's recent remark offering “shelter” to people from Bangladesh amid ongoing protests there, according to Indian media. In a video doing the rounds on social media, Mahmud said Banerjee's statement created "confusion" and that the Bangladesh government had sent a note to the Narendra Modi-led government on the matter. In a video shared widely on X, Hasan Mahmud could be heard saying, "With all due respect towards Mamata Banerjee, we share a relationship of mutual interests. However, her this statement has created confusion and has the potential…
Staff Correspondent Diplomats recently visited some installations that severely damaged by protesters during the anti-quota movement on Thursday and Friday last. They visited the state owned BTV, metro rail stations, Setu Bhaban, the disaster management as well as the health departments and data center to see the situation on ground, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs arranged the visit. Foreign Minister Dr Hasan Mahmud invited them to visit the sites during a meeting with the diplomats. About 23 diplomats and representatives from 26 missions/ representatives from UN organizations visited the areas. "They became astonished to see the devastating rampage across the…
