Bangladesh-UK to increase strategic engagement beyond traditional cooperation

Bangladesh has entered a historic phase in its energy development with the start of nuclear fuel loading at the Rooppur Nuclear Power Plant.

China has successfully launched a Pakistani remote sensing satellite into orbit, marking another step in growing space cooperation between the two countries and boosting Islamabad’s technological capabilities.

Bangladesh’s new government has decided to purchase 14 aircraft from US-based Boeing Company, an official said Wednesday.

Bangladesh and the European Union have taken a significant step toward strengthening bilateral relations by initialling a Partnership and Cooperation Agreement (PCA) in Brussels, setting the stage for deeper engagement across political, economic, and strategic sectors.

Pakistan is preparing to host a new round of high-stakes negotiations between the United States and Iran, but uncertainty over Tehran’s participation has cast doubt on whether the talks will proceed as planned.

Nepal’s government has formed a high-level panel to investigate the assets and property holdings of current and former politicians and public officials, in a major step aimed at tackling corruption.

Bangladesh Prime Minister Tarique Rahman has been named among the world’s 100 most influential people in 2026 by TIME magazine, marking a major moment of international recognition for the country’s newly elected leader.

India has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening people-focused cooperation with Bangladesh across multiple sectors, with an emphasis on mutual benefit and long-term partnership. 

Bangladesh has signalled a cautious but steady approach to rebuilding ties with India, with Foreign Minister Khalilur Rahman emphasising gradual progress and trust-building as the foundation for stronger bilateral relations. 

Bangladesh and India have held wide-ranging discussions aimed at resetting bilateral relations, signalling a renewed push for cooperation following the formation of Dhaka’s new government. The talks took place between Indian External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar and Bangladesh Foreign Minister Khalilur Rahman in New Delhi.

Nepalese authorities have issued an arrest warrant for former prime minister Sher Bahadur Deuba over alleged corruption and money laundering, marking a major development in the country’s ongoing anti-graft campaign. 

A Bangladesh-flagged cargo vessel stranded for nearly a month in the Persian Gulf has resumed its journey following a ceasefire between the United States and Iran, easing security concerns in the region. 

Senior Indian politician Arif Mohammed Khan is being considered for appointment as India’s next high commissioner to Bangladesh, according to media reports. If confirmed, the move would mark a notable shift in New Delhi’s diplomatic approach toward Dhaka.

Pakistan’s diplomatic push to help end the ongoing conflict involving the United States, Israel and Iran has reached a “critical and sensitive” stage, according to Iran`s Ambassador to Pakistan Reza Amiri Moghadam. In a statement shared on social media, the envoy described Islamabad’s efforts as `positive and productive`.

India has been urged to recalibrate its neighbourhood policy and ease trade barriers with Bangladesh ahead of an upcoming visit by Foreign Minister Khalilur Rahman to New Delhi. The visit will mark the first high-level political engagement between the two countries since PM Tarique Rahman assumed office earlier this year.

Pakistan and Afghanistan have held their first round of peace talks in China, marking a significant diplomatic effort to ease weeks of intense cross-border fighting.