Shahed Akhtar

Shahed Akhtar

Editor

Shahed Akhtar serves as Editor of DiplomatsWorld and contributes to the overall editorial direction and development of the publication.

In this role, he helps shape coverage of diplomacy, foreign affairs, international cooperation and significant regional and global developments. His editorial responsibilities include guiding the presentation of news, analysis and perspectives relevant to Bangladesh's engagement with the international community.

Through DiplomatsWorld, he supports the publication's commitment to credible, balanced and accessible journalism and its objective of creating a platform for informed discussion among diplomats, policymakers, professionals, academics and readers interested in international affairs.

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DiplomatsWorld seeks to provide a thoughtful platform for understanding diplomacy, international affairs and the forces shaping relations among nations.

Our editorial approach places particular importance on Bangladesh's engagement with the international community while maintaining a wider regional and global perspective.

We aspire to encourage informed discussion, constructive dialogue and responsible journalism that serves diplomats, policymakers, professionals and readers interested in a rapidly changing world.

Bangladesh, EU discuss path to

Bangladesh, EU discuss path to

Bangladesh and the European Union have held high-level discussions in Dhaka regarding the path toward formal Free Trade Agreement negotiations, deepening economic ties, migration management, and regional cooperation.

Bangladesh condemns drone attack targeting Makkah

Bangladesh condemns drone attack targeting Makkah

Bangladesh has strongly condemned a reported drone attack targeting Makkah in Saudi Arabia, reaffirming its respect for the sanctity of holy sites and expressing solidarity with Riyadh.

Govt committed to upholding freedom

Govt committed to upholding freedom

Information and Broadcasting Minister Andaleeve Rahman reaffirmed the government's commitment to freedom of expression and a free media during a meeting with US Ambassador Brent T Christensen in …

India Confirms Two Invitations Extended

India Confirms Two Invitations Extended

India’s Ministry of External Affairs has clarified that Bangladesh Prime Minister Tarique Rahman received two distinct invitations to visit India, covering both a bilateral engagement and the BRICS …

UN Endorses New Equal Earth Map

UN Endorses New Equal Earth Map

Following a UN General Assembly vote endorsing the Equal Earth map projection, countries including India, Ukraine, and Japan have raised concerns over how disputed territories are depicted.