Foreign Minister Dr AK Abdul Momen has said the United Nations (UN) is a great institution to help humanity and no one should abuse the advantage of its universality and acceptability. "Let the rays of hope that our forefathers kindled 76 years ago brighten our path and guide us towards a
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EU promises 10m Covid jabs for Bangladesh
Dhaka reminds int’l community of responsibility towards Rohingyas
Foreign Minister Dr AK Abdul Momen has stressed on the international community's responsibility towards establishing accountability and justice for the massive human rights violations perpetrated against Rohingyas in Myanmar. Dr Momen had a meeting with United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights Michelle Bachelet Jeria in Geneva on Tuesday where he
Dhaka in touch with stranded citizens in Afghanistan: MoFA
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs on Sunday said the government is in regular touch with the stranded Bangladeshi nationals in Afghanistan and has taken every measure for their safe and orderly departure from the troubled country. So far, the government has facilitated the return of around 20 of them from Afghanistan,
Dhaka seeks UN steps for peace in Afghanistan
Bangladesh has called upon United Nations (UN) to take concrete steps for establishing and sustaining peace in Afghanistan through inclusive political dialogue. "An Afghan-led and Afghan-owned inclusive political dialogue anchored on national sovereignty and territorial integrity is essential for establishing and sustaining peace in Afghanistan", said Bangladesh Permanent Representative to the
Dhaka calls for lasting peace in Afghanistan
Bangladesh has sought effective steps to establish lasting peace in Afghanistan, ensure safety of Afghan people and evacuate all foreign nationals including Bangladeshis safely. Bangladesh Ambassador to Saudi Arabia Dr Mohammad Javed Patwary made the call at an emergency meeting of permanent representatives of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation held in
Dhaka observing situation in Afghanistan: MoFA
Bangladesh is carefully observing the fast evolving situation in Afghanistan, which Dhaka believes may have an impact on the region and beyond. "We urge all stakeholders in Afghanistan to maintain peace and calm ensuring safety and security of all including foreign nationals," said the ministry of foreign affairs in a statement
US to provide additional $11.4m for Bangladesh
The United States, through the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), has announced an additional $11.4 million in urgent COVID-19 assistance for Bangladesh. This assistance will help Bangladesh battle the current wave of COVID-19 by providing life-saving medical and oxygen supplies, and accelerating national efforts to roll out an effective
Delhi for implementing MoU with Dhaka in disaster management
India has laid emphasis on implementation of the recently concluded memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Bangladesh in the field of disaster management, resilience and mitigation on a priority basis. "We must implement the recently-concluded MoU in the field of disaster management, resilience and mitigation on a priority basis," said Indian External
FM-level Bangladesh-Kuwait Joint Commission proposed
Foreign Minister of Kuwait Sheikh Dr. Ahmed Nasser Al-Mohammed Al-Sabah hasproposed Bangladesh forming a Joint Committee at Foreign Ministers level to take forward the relations through joint efforts.He also sought Bangladesh's assistance and cooperation in strengthening health institutions, food security, education, IT and cyber security. Foreign Minister Dr AK Abdul Momen