Trade & Development
World Bank Approves $1.1 Billion Emergency Support for Bangladesh
Two projects will support fertilizer imports, food security, livelihoods and essential services amid global fuel and commodity volatility.
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Global Affairs
Bangladesh–Malaysia Summit Moves Free-Trade Talks Forward
Leaders in Putrajaya agreed to advance free-trade negotiations and deepen cooperation on investment, labour mobility, technology and regional integration.
Global Affairs
Bangladesh Calls for Stronger Civilian Protection and Rohingya Support at UN
At the ECOSOC Humanitarian Affairs Segment, Bangladesh urged accountability, conflict prevention and sustained support for Rohingya repatriation.
Trade & Development
Bangladesh and Switzerland Deepen Economic and Climate Dialogue
The sixth bilateral political consultations covered investment, skills, climate change, health, technology and cooperation in multilateral forums.
Global Affairs
ADB President Highlights $5 Billion Bangladesh Development Package
ADB outlined a five-year growth initiative and signed about $1.4 billion in loans during its president's visit to Dhaka.
Security & Strategy
Bangladesh Reaffirms UN Peacekeeping Commitment in Rabat
Bangladesh used a ministerial conference in Morocco to underline its long-standing contribution to peacekeeping and the expanding role of women peacekeepers.
Global Affairs
UN Plan Seeks $710.5 Million for Rohingya and Host Communities in 2026
The recalibrated response plan targets 1.6 million people while combining protection, essential services, host-community support and climate resilience.
Security & Strategy
Dhaka Defends Rohingya Identity in International Court Proceedings
Bangladesh rejected Myanmar's characterization of the Rohingya during merits hearings in The Gambia v. Myanmar at the International Court of Justice.
Global Affairs
UN Resident Coordinator Gwyn Lewis Interviewed by Zillur Rahman
The UN Resident Coordinator discussed Bangladesh's SDG pathway, LDC graduation and international support for the Rohingya response.
Diplomacy
Ambassador Yao Wen's Interview Program Aired in Bangladesh
China's ambassador discussed bilateral cooperation, development, regional stability and Beijing's stated role in the Rohingya repatriation process.