Wednesday, 30 April 2025

South Asian Update
South Asian Update
Uruguay seeks stronger economic collaboration with Bangladesh

Uruguay seeks stronger economic collaboration with Bangladesh

Uruguayan foreign minister Mario Lubetkin met with Bangladesh’s chief adviser, Professor Muhammad Yunus, on Saturday to discuss expanding economic cooperation between the two nations.

Bangladesh to seek zero-tariff access for key exports to US

Bangladesh to seek zero-tariff access for key exports to US

As discussions around US reciprocal tariffs remain on hold, Bangladesh plans to raise concerns about existing trade barriers affecting its exports to the American market.

Bangladesh urges Pakistan to apologize for 1971 atrocities

Bangladesh urges Pakistan to apologize for 1971 atrocities

For the first time in 15 years, senior diplomats from Bangladesh and Pakistan held bilateral talks in Dhaka, where Bangladesh pressed Islamabad to address unresolved historical grievances, including a formal apology for the 1971 atrocities.

Bangladesh-Pakistan holding Foreign Office Consultations after 15 years

Bangladesh-Pakistan holding Foreign Office Consultations after 15 years

Bangladesh and Pakistan have resumed their Foreign Office Consultations (FOC) after a 15-year hiatus, with a meeting that began this morning (17 April) in Dhaka.

Bangladesh’s people will decide its future, says US State Department
Bangladesh’s people will decide its future, says US State Department

The United States has reiterated that the people of Bangladesh hold the key to their country`s future, underlining the significance of democratic values, active civic participation, and fair elections.

China intends to set up a large hospital in Bangladesh
China intends to set up a large hospital in Bangladesh

China is preparing to make a substantial contribution to Bangladesh’s healthcare system through the establishment of a large-scale hospital. The proposed facility, tentatively named the China-Bangladesh Friendship General Hospital, is part of a broader initiative aimed at strengthening bilateral cooperation in health services. 

Bangladesh a land of ’crazy ideas’ that work: Yunus tells global investors

Bangladesh a land of ’crazy ideas’ that work: Yunus tells global investors

Highlighting Bangladesh’s remarkable development journey, Chief Adviser Prof. Muhammad Yunus on Wednesday described the country as a place of “bold and unconventional ideas” that have consistently turned into success stories. He called on international investors to take a serious look at the opportunities in Bangladesh and join forces to drive global change.

IMF reviews Bangladesh’s economic reforms

IMF reviews Bangladesh’s economic reforms

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has advised Bangladesh to increase its public investment and enhance governance in development initiatives to support the country’s economic expansion, according to officials on Monday.

Confident to advance our bilateral economic development, Trump tells Dr. Yunus 

Confident to advance our bilateral economic development, Trump tells Dr. Yunus 

On the occasion of Bangladesh’s Independence Day US President Donald Trump extended his greetings to Professor Muhammad Yunus, Chief Adviser, and the people of Bangladesh.

Bangladesh is remembering martyrs of March 25 massacre on Genocide Day

Bangladesh is remembering martyrs of March 25 massacre on Genocide Day

Bangladesh is commemorating the martyrs of the genocide committed by the Pakistani forces on the night of Mar 25, 1971, to crush the freedom movement of the Bengali people.

Dhaka seeks innovative approaches to resolve Rohingya crisis

Dhaka seeks innovative approaches to resolve Rohingya crisis

Bangladesh Foreign Secretary Md Jashim Uddin has expressed optimism that the upcoming High-Level Conference, organized under the United Nations` initiative in New York, will generate fresh and innovative solutions to address the ongoing Rohingya crisis.

Dr Yunus-Modi likely meeting at Bimstec summit

Dr Yunus-Modi likely meeting at Bimstec summit

A potential meeting between Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Bangladesh’s interim government head Dr Muhammad Yunus, may take place during the upcoming BIMSTEC Summit in Thailand next month. However, Indian authorities have yet to respond to Dhaka’s proposal.

US welcomes Interim Government’s efforts to ensure public safety in Bangladesh

US welcomes Interim Government’s efforts to ensure public safety in Bangladesh

The United States has expressed support for the steps taken by Bangladesh’s interim government to uphold the safety and security of its citizens.

India snubs Bangladesh on medical visas, opening way for China

India snubs Bangladesh on medical visas, opening way for China

India has significantly reduced the number of medical visas issued to Bangladeshi nationals, citing staffing constraints, according to six sources familiar with the matter.

Bangladesh slams Gabbard’s remarks on minority persecution

Bangladesh slams Gabbard’s remarks on minority persecution

The interim government has expressed concern over the remarks made by Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard on Bangladesh`s situation.

Bangladesh’s Chief Adviser Yunus to visit China, meet Xi Jinping

Bangladesh’s Chief Adviser Yunus to visit China, meet Xi Jinping

Bangladesh`s Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus is scheduled to visit China later this month for a high-level diplomatic engagement, including a meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping, the interim government announced on Sunday.