Staff Correspondent Japanese Ambassador IWAMA Kiminori paid a courtesy call on State Minister of Ministry of Expatriates' Welfare and Overseas Employment Shofiqur Rahman Choudhury, recently. During the meeting, they exchanged views on the dispatching of Bangladeshi workers to Japan, in view of promoting people-to-people exchange and enhancing mutual benefits.
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“U.S. citizens should practice vigilance and reconsider their travel plans, especially to areas around public universities.” A U.S. Embassy press release recently said. The press release called upon U.S citizen to 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. “Ongoing student demonstrations against quotas in government jobs have expanded the last few days and violent clashes have been reported throughout the city of Dhaka, its neighboring areas, and other cities. Reports indicate several deaths and hundreds injured across Bangladesh.…
Staff Correspondent Recently, the Swedish Embassy signed a 2-year, 27.5 million SEK agreement with the Reproductive Health Services Training and Education Programme (RHSTEP). This project empowers women in 17 districts in Bangladesh by: Improving access to SRHR services in hospitals and clinics. Providing essential healthcare, including contraceptives, menstrual regulation, and post-abortion care. "Sweden prioritizes SRHR for better health outcomes, gender equality, and poverty reduction," said Ms. Maria Stridsman, Head of Development Cooperation at the Swedish Embassy. "We're excited to collaborate with RHSTEP on achieving our shared vision for women and young girl's health in Bangladesh." Sweden has been a strong…
Staff Correspondent The International Finance Corporation (IFC) and the Danish International Development Agency (DANIDA) have entered recently into a transformative agreement to establish the Bangladesh Climate Advisory Partnership (B-CAP). This initiative aims to boost climate-smart private investment in Bangladesh's key growth sectors, contributing to carbon mitigation and the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions. Climate change poses significant risks to Bangladesh's development, requiring substantial investments in mitigation and adaptation. The IFC-DANIDA partnership, backed by $5.3 million, aims to catalyze $50 million in climate-smart private investments by 2027, with a focus on manufacturing and green finance. B-CAP's core pillars include accelerating climate-smart…
Staff Correspondent The Sri Lankan High Commissioner Dharmapala Weerakkody delivered recently a lecture on Contemporary Sri Lanka: Its Foreign Policy at the National Defence College (NDC) in Dhaka.
Staff Correspondent The European Union Ambassador Charles Whiteley recently paid a farewell call on Foreign Minister Dr Hasan Mahmud, with progress towards GSP+, the Rohingya crisis, expanding ties between Bangladesh & the European Union and the launch of the Talent Partnership for legal migration amongst the issues covered.
Staff Correspondent The France embassy recently celebrated Bastille Day with an Olympic spirit. The atmosphere was vibrant and full of energy, reflecting the values of both Bastille Day and the upcoming Olympic Games. The guests enjoyed a wonderful time, filled with camaraderie, joy, and a true sense of community.
Staff Correspondent On the last day of the 2nd BIMSTEC Foreign Ministers' Retreat, held on 12 July 2024 in New Delhi, India, Foreign Minister Dr. Hasan Mahmud MP, along with the Foreign Ministers of Bhutan, India, Myanmar, Sri Lanka, and Thailand, and the Foreign Secretary of Nepal, participated in a photo session with Indian Prime Minister H.E. Mr. Narendra Modi at his residence, Panchavati, on Kalyan Marg in New Delhi.
Staff Correspondent The four-day (July 10-13) “Top Thai Brands” Trade Fair 2024 jointly organized by the Royal Thai Embassy in Dhaka and the Thai Trade Center is going on at the Grand Ballroom of Hotel Pan Pacific Sonargaon in the capital. Industries Minister Nurul Majid Mahmud Humayun inaugurated the fair as chief guest while Thai Ambassador Makawadee Sumitmor and Minister Counsellor, Thailand Trade Center Dhaka Khemathat Archawathamrong were also present. Exhibitors comprise of both Thai companies and Bangladeshi companies which import Thai Products or acting as agent of Thai companies. The Number of total exhibitors in this fair is 64.…
Journal Report AirAsia X recently commemorates the resumption of its flights from Kuala Lumpur to Changsha, the capital and largest city of Hunan Province in China. The city has been recognised as one of China's top tourist destinations, frequently chosen by both foreign and local visitors. Known for its vibrant culture and rich history, it is also a popular destination for night tourism in the region. The inaugural flight departed from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (Terminal 2) at 5:25PM and landed safely at Changsha Huanghua International Airport at 10:30PM on 5 July 2024. Guests travelling on D7 352 were warmly…
