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The exchange will take place at the Nuniarchara Ghat in Cox's Bazar, where the Bangladeshis will arrive before the Myanmar nationals are sent back home. Mohammad Salahuddin, Deputy Commissioner of Cox’s Bazar, confirmed the news.
Bangladesh has been hosting over 1.2 million Rohingya refugees for seven years, incurring "significant social-economic-environmental costs," according to the chief adviser.
Though Tokyo has yet to officially announce the decision, Japan follows in the footsteps of the U.S., U.K., and Australia, all of which have downgraded their diplomatic presence in Myanmar
Both leaders emphasized the importance of strengthening bilateral cooperation between Bangladesh and Pakistan
In a rare interview with Reuters from his Dhaka office on Monday (23 September), Waker-uz-Zaman confirmed his commitment to the interim administration led by Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus. He outlined plans to reduce political influence within the military. "I will stand beside him. Come what may. So that he can accomplish his mission," Waker said of Yunus.
On Tuesday, his office announced the appointment of Harini Amarasuriya, a 54-year-old sociologist and first-time lawmaker, as Prime Minister.
The civil war in Myanmar, triggered by a military coup in February 2021 that ousted an elected civilian government, now threatens to destabilize India’s 1,650-km (1,025-mile) border with Myanmar and disrupt key infrastructure projects in the region.
“They didn’t give us any training,” Syed recounted. On a patrol to a Muslim village, he managed to escape his captors and cross back into Bangladesh.
The operation was launched based on intelligence reports indicating that a group of armed robbers was hiding in the area.
This election, held on Saturday, was the first since mass protests in 2022 forced the former president, Gotabaya Rajapaksa, to step down during the country’s worst economic crisis. Dissanayake, 55, promised good governance and strong anti-corruption measures, which gained support from many voters.
The army, police, and Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) have increased patrols in the area to maintain peace. On Saturday, September 21, a high-level government team, led by the Home Advisor, visited the affected areas to assess the situation.
Since May 2023, Manipur has been in turmoil due to violent clashes between the majority Meitei and minority Kuki communities, driven by disputes over economic privileges and quotas.
Hossain emphasized that the only permanent solution to the ongoing Rohingya issue lies in their safe and dignified repatriation to Myanmar.
Despite substantial international humanitarian aid efforts, long-term solutions remain elusive. The focus has often been on managing the refugee crisis rather than addressing the root causes of the conflict.
The aid includes 1,000 mosquito nets, 3,000 ready-to-eat food items, 500 kitchen kits, 1,000 solar lamps, two generators, disinfectant fluids, bleaching powder, and various medical supplies, totaling over 30 tons.
The disaster’s impact is worsened by the junta’s decision to redirect funds. Following the February 2021 coup, Min Aung Hlaing's regime siphoned 370 billion kyats from the state disaster relief fund, reallocating it for agricultural and development projects.
During the discussion, Hossain highlighted the importance of IOM’s continued efforts in safeguarding the rights of Bangladeshi migrant workers in both destination and transit countries.
Speaking in Geneva, Rodehaver highlighted the findings of the office’s latest report, which exposed "massive regressions in human rights" due to the absence of the rule of law.
The detained individual, identified as Thanglinkap, son of Ngampao, is a Myanmarese citizen hailing from Kolang, Khampat, Myanmar.
Foreign Secretary Md Jashim Uddin conveyed Bangladesh's position during a meeting with a visiting U.S. delegation at the State Guest House Padma on Sunday.
