‘Boeing won’t let you down, I won’t forget’

US President Donald Trump has expressed hope of meeting Prime Minister Tarique Rahman soon, saying he believes Bangladesh and its people have a very bright future under his leadership.
2 September 2026

‘Boeing will not let you down, and I will not forget’: Trump writes to Tarique

US president thanks Bangladesh PM for deciding to purchase Boeing aircraft and says he looks forward to meeting Tarique soon
1 September 2026

Cancellation of Awami League-linked Delhi event a positive step: Humaiun Kobir

State minister says discussions on PM’s India visit are continuing, with no date fixed yet
1 September 2026

Mixed reactions to Bangladesh joining Mecca Pact

Experts divided over whether Mecca Pact could become a ‘shadow alliance’ of NATO
31 August 2026

Khalilur leaves Dhaka to assume UNGA presidency

Khalilur is scheduled to remain on the visit from August 31 to October 21
31 August 2026

Sergio Gor hails Trump's 'Boeing deal with Bangladesh'

The US envoy to India has lauded US President Donald Trump and Bangladesh Prime Minister Tarique Rahman for what he called an “incredible deal” to purchase additional Boeing aircraft in addition to the original order
30 August 2026

Irene Khan assumes office as Bangladesh’s permanent representative to UN

Irene formally took charge by presenting credentials to UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres at the UN Headquarters
29 August 2026

Putin congratulates President Mirza Fakhrul, wishes him success

Russian leader sends best wishes as Bangladesh’s newly elected president begins his tenure
28 August 2026

PM Tarique to visit Türkiye for COP summit in November: Humaiun Kobir

COP31 will be held in Antalya from November 9 to 20
28 August 2026

Bangladesh asks Qatar to prioritise LNG supplies

Request made as Bangladesh awaits reopening of Strait of Hormuz and resumption of maritime movement
28 August 2026

Dhaka would consider Mecca pact if invited

Bangladesh would positively consider joining the Mecca Joint Defence Agreement if invited, said Foreign Minister Khalilur Rahman yesterday.
28 August 2026

Bangladesh among Saudi Arabia’s priority countries: Saudi FM

Prince Faisal bin Farhan praises Bangladeshi expatriates’ contribution
27 August 2026

Bangladesh awaits India’s response on Ganges water treaty review: Foreign minister

Khalilur Rahman says Bangladesh has ‘buried the era of submissive diplomacy’
27 August 2026

Mecca pact can serve as self-defence for the global Muslim community: Khalilur

Foreign minister says Bangladesh would consider joining the Mecca defence pact positively if invited by its current members
27 August 2026

Bangladesh offers support to flood-hit Nepal

Foreign Minister Khalilur Rahman spoke to Nepalese counterpart, conveys PM's condolences to Nepalese PM
27 August 2026

PM Tarique mourns Nepal flood deaths, offers Bangladesh’s support

Conveys condolences to Nepalese PM Balendra Shah and the families of those killed in devastating floods
26 August 2026
26 August 2026

Korea Visa Application Centre to open in Dhaka on September 2

Ordinary visa applications and passport collection will move exclusively to the new centre, with applicants required to book appointments online
26 August 2026

Humaiun Kobir’s citizenship debate: What message does his remarks send?

Rights activists and experts say the state minister’s response raises questions about accountability, transparency and respect for legitimate scrutiny
25 August 2026

Joining Mecca pact could test Bangladesh’s foreign policy balancing act: Reuters

Analysts say joining a defence alliance with Saudi Arabia, Turkey and Pakistan could affect ties with competing regional and global powers
25 August 2026