Foreign-Affairs
UNHCR welcomes life-saving disembarkation of around 300 Rohingyas in Indonesian coast
UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency, has welcomed the life-saving disembarkation of approximately 300 Rohingya refugees off the northern coast of Aceh, Indonesia early Monday.
Bangladesh sends 3,360 kgs glassware to Lebanon
Bangladesh has sent a total of 3,360 kgs glassware to Lebanon as emergency aid, responding to a request from the country.
Chinese Embassy "regrets" over sending gift to Khaleda on her "fake” birthday
The Chinese Embassy in Dhaka has regretted sending gifts to BNP Chairperson Khaleda Zia on her "fake birthday", mentioning that it was a "mistake" on their part, says an informed source on Sunday.
China, Australia shocked at N’ganj mosque explosions
The Chinese Embassy and Australian High Commission in Dhaka have expressed deep shock at the loss of lives in explosions at a mosque in Narayanganj.
UNICEF provides PPE worth over US$12 mn, medical supplies for Bangladesh
UNICEF has been procuring lifesaving supplies – including personal protective equipment (PPE) and other medical equipment – for a value of US$12.28 million over the last 6 months as part of its assistance to the government of Bangladesh’s COVID-19 response.
Malaysia imposes restrictions on entry of citizens from 12 countries
Malaysia has imposed restrictions on entry of citizens from 12 countries including Bangladesh, said State Minister for Foreign Affairs M Shahriar Alam on Saturday.
China committed to peace, friendship, cooperation: Envoy
Chinese Ambassador to Bangladesh Li Jiming has said China is willing to join hands with countries around the world, including Bangladesh, through bilateral, multilateral and international engagement to build a world that is more stable, prosperous and harmonious.
Bangladesh Mission in Delhi pays homage to Pranab
Bangladesh High Commission in New Delhi on Wednesday condoled the demise of former Indian president Pranab Mukherjee at a special meeting.
5th BIMSTEC Summit in Jan; Bhutan nominates Lekphell as next SG
The 5th BIMSTEC Summit, preceded by the 17th BIMSTEC Ministerial meeting, is proposed to be held in Colombo, Sri Lanka in the first half of January 2021 subject to the improved COVID situation.