Bangladesh
Global Covid-19 cases approaching 110 million
The number of global Covid-19 cases exceeded 109.9 million on Thursday, according to data compiled by Johns Hopkins University (JHU).
End assault on media freedom, Fortify Rights to Myanmar
Fortify Rights on Thursday said the Myanmar military junta has arbitrarily detained journalists, threatened others into hiding, and dictated proposed legislation that would severely curb media freedoms.
UN Chief for ensuring equitable distribution of Covid-19 vaccine
International partners working to achieve equitable distribution of COVID-19 vaccines appealed on Wednesday for the UN Security Council to ensure people caught in conflict have access to these lifesaving treatments.
Prepare to face future challenges: FM
Foreign Minister Dr AK Abdul Momen on Wednesday said Bangladesh has to face various challenges and urged the young officials of Bangladesh Civil Service (BCS) Foreign Affairs cadres to be prepared to tackle them.
Effective strategies adopted to protect Sundarbans: Environment Minister
A strategic environmental assessment is being carried out for the south-western part of the country as part of the government's commitment to the conservation of the Sundarbans, Environment, Forests and Climate Change Minister Md Shahab Uddin said.
Webinar upholds importance of trade, cooperation with Nordic countries
Prime Minister's Industry and Investment Adviser Salman F Rahman on Wednesday said Bangladesh wants to strengthen its relations with Sweden, Denmark and Norway with a focus on IT, telecom, energy, RMG and shipping.
Dhaka, London can develop stronger, long-term trade ties: Dickson
British High Commissioner to Bangladesh Robert Chatterton Dickson on Wednesday said Bangladesh and the United Kingdom can develop a stronger, long-term trade relationship overcoming various challenges in the days ahead.
Sea cruise with Maldives can be introduced in winter: Sheikh Hasina
Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina on Wednesday said sea cruise services can be introduced between Bangladesh and the Maldives during the winter season.
DCCI plans investment summit in Singapore this year
The Dhaka Chamber of Commerce & Industry (DCCI) is planning to organize an investment summit in Singapore this year, said its president Rizwan Rahman on Wednesday.