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At the Earthna Summit, held under the theme “Building our Legacy: Sustainability, Innovation and Traditional Knowledge,” Prof Yunus will address global sustainability issues and advocate for climate resilience in hot and arid regions like Bangladesh and Qatar, drawing from both modern solutions and cultural tradition
The latest exodus was sparked around noon when combined resistance forces from the Karen National Liberation Army (KNLA) Brigade 7 and Karen National Defence Organization (KNDO) Battalion 5, operating under the Karen National Union (KNU), launched a strategic drone bombing raid against Myanmar junta troops from Infantry Battalion 24, stationed at the Mophasu operations base in Myawaddy Township
I understand the current situation in the camps impacted by the reduction of international support,said the Ambassador, expressing concern over the diminishing global attention to a crisis now entering its eighth year
Studies by the UN have shown that missions with more women tend to have better performance, stronger community relations, and fewer misconduct allegations. With Bangladesh pushing for more female representation, it aligns both with UN goals and the broader objective of inclusive and responsive peacekeeping
Boeing Southeast Asia President Penny Burtt in Jakarta on April 15, is aimed at aligning with Indonesia’s Indigenous Defense Capability and Offset (IDKLO) policy, which emphasizes local manufacturing and technology transfer.
Regarding the incident itself, the government stated that Roy had gone out with individuals known to him and that his family did not report any suspicious circumstances. The preliminary autopsy found no visible signs of physical assault. However, authorities have ordered a viscera test to determine the exact cause of death.
In late March, a powerful 7.7 magnitude earthquake struck Myanmar, killing over 4,000 people and exacerbating an already dire humanitarian crisis.
The despair of Rohingya families trapped between persecution and poverty. With conditions in the camps and in Rakhine State continuing to deteriorate, thousands are turning to traffickers as a last resort—often at the cost of their lives, freedom, or family safety.
"All doors remain open, and we’re in active dialogue with all concerned parties,” he told reporters in Cox’s Bazar on Friday evening, following his participation in the traditional Maha Sangrain Poweh — the Rakhine community’s vibrant water festival.
Foreign Secretary Md Jashim Uddin raised these points during a meeting with his Pakistani counterpart, Amna Baloch, held in Dhaka on Thursday—the first such diplomatic engagement between the two countries in nearly 15 years.
Bangladesh is currently sheltering more than 1.2 million Rohingya refugees in overcrowded camps in Cox’s Bazar and on Bhasan Char Island.
The announcement was met with cautious interest, as families gathered outside Yangon’s Insein Prison early in the morning, hoping to reunite with loved ones. Among those to be released are 13 foreign nationals who will be deported, though no further details were provided on their identities or charges.
Projects such as the India-Myanmar-Thailand Trilateral Highway and the Kaladan Multi-Modal Transit Transport Project, both of which originate or pass through the Northeast, have been highlighted as vital initiatives not only for trade, but for securing India's strategic flanks.
The agreement, spanning an initial five-year period, aims to empower media ecosystems through high-quality, multilingual news coverage in Arabic, German, English, and Spanish
Dealings with Arakan Army, secret meetings, and the betrayal of democratic values
The rescued youths, many just 16 and 17 years old and primarily from Ukhiya in Cox’s Bazar, were lured with promises of better lives and lucrative jobs abroad. Instead, they were smuggled into Myanmar via Teknaf and detained as illegal immigrants after being intercepted by the Myanmar Army during a dangerous sea crossing.
Under the direction of the Chief Adviser of Bangladesh, Professor Dr. Muhammad Yunus, a specialized joint rescue and medical team consisting of personnel from the Bangladesh Army, Navy, Air Force, and civilian doctors has been operating in Naypyidaw since (April 1). Their mission: to deliver lifesaving aid, medical services, and critical recovery support to Myanmar in its darkest hour.
Abdullah, who succeeded Mahathir Mohamad in 2003, was known for championing moderate Islam, launching an anti-corruption campaign, and promoting economic modernization in the Muslim-majority nation.
A team comprising Army rescue personnel, doctors, nurses, and fire service officials departed Myanmar on Sunday aboard the Bangladesh Navy Ship BNS Somudra Avijan. They are scheduled to arrive in Chattogram on Tuesday, according to a press release issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
From the rhythmic beats of Dhaka’s Pohela Boishakh to the water-soaked streets of Bangkok’s Songkran, the spirit of renewal and unity echoed across borders.
