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The Embassy Journal: The Danish Ambassador to Bangladesh, H.E. Christian Brix Møller, participated in the inauguration of the Artivism for Peace exhibition at Justice Shahabuddin Ahmed Park in Dhaka, which featured over 120 artworks by young Bangladeshi artists. This inspiring event brought together creative expressions from artists across the country, including Dhaka, Chattogram, Mymensingh, Jashore, and Rangpur. The exhibition was jointly organized by UNDP, Bangladesh Computer Council, and Kashful Foundation, with support from the Royal Norwegian Embassy. The Artivism for Peace exhibition highlighted the significant role of art in addressing pressing social issues, with a focus on promoting unity in…
The Embassy journal,Dhaka, Bangladesh: The EU Delegation to Bangladesh expressed its gratitude to Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus for hosting a meeting with Ambassadors of EU Member States and the Ambassador and Head of the EU Delegation to Bangladesh. This unprecedented exchange of views took place at the Chief Adviser’s office, building on a joint initiative to deepen EU-Bangladesh relations. The meeting, which was open, interactive, and engaging, underscored the EU’s unwavering support for Bangladesh. The discussions highlighted a shared commitment to strengthening the EU-Bangladesh partnership, particularly following the recent launch of talks on a new comprehensive Partnership and Cooperation Agreement.…
In a significant step towards gender equality in the workforce, UNOPS Bangladesh, in collaboration with the Embassy of Sweden and the Department of Women’s Affairs, organized an impactful roundtable discussion today. The event aimed to highlight the challenges women face in the workforce and explore sustainable solutions to break down these barriers. The session featured powerful keynote addresses from prominent figures, including Mamtaz Ahmed NDC, Senior Secretary at the Ministry of Women and Children Affairs; Gwyn Lewis, UN Resident Coordinator; Sudhir Muralidharan, Country Manager for UNOPS Bangladesh & Bhutan; and H.E. Nicolas Weeks, Ambassador of Sweden. The dialogue emphasized that…
The Embassy Journal :The U.S. Embassy in Dhaka, through the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), has launched the “Healthier in Motion” campaign aimed at promoting health, nutrition, physical fitness, and mental well-being among women and youth in Bangladesh. The initiative seeks to address the social barriers that prevent women from making decisions about their own health and encourage them to seize equal opportunities in a supportive environment. USAID Mission Director Reed Ashliman emphasized the importance of equal opportunities for women, girls, and youth. He stated, “For society to reach its full potential, everyone must play a role in ensuring…
Ambassador of Nepal to Bangladesh, Ghanshyam Bhandari, met with Dr. Md. Sarwar Bari, Secretary of Medical Education & Family Welfare, to discuss key matters related to Nepali students studying in Bangladesh and explore avenues to enhance educational cooperation between the two countries. The meeting, held in Dhaka, focused on improving the academic experience of Nepali students, particularly those in medical and health-related fields. Ambassador Bhandari highlighted the increasing number of Nepali students enrolled in various Bangladeshi universities, especially in medical institutions, and underscored the importance of their well-being and academic success. Both sides discussed various challenges faced by Nepali students,…
The Embassy Journal :A US delegation wrapped up its visit to Bangladesh today, focusing on strengthening the country’s economy, democracy, and labor rights. Led by Kelly M. Fay Rodríguez, U.S. Department of State Special Representative, and Thia Li, Deputy Undersecretary of the U.S. Department of Labor, the delegation also included representatives from USAID, senior leaders from major American brands like Gap Inc., PVH Corporation, and VF Corporation, as well as international labor experts such as Christy Hoffman, General Secretary of UNI Global Union, and Scott Nova, Executive Director of the Worker Rights Consortium. The American brands represented in the delegation…
The Embassy Journal:The Bangladesh Embassy in Paris has officially launched its e-passport service for Bangladeshi expatriates residing in France. The service was inaugurated on Sunday during a special program at the embassy. Bangladesh Ambassador to France, Khondkar M Talha, kicked off the service by accepting e-passport applications from expatriates Jahangir Hossain and Moshtaq Baig in person. The event was attended by First Secretary (Political) and Head of Chancery Md Walid Bin Quashem, E-passport Project Director Brig Gen Muhammad Nurus Salam, and MA Taher, General Secretary of the France BNP. Taher emphasized that nearly a million Bangladeshis live in France and…
The Embassy Journal : The Government has appointed Mohammad Khorshed Alam Khastagir, currently serving as the Minister (Political) and Deputy High Commissioner at the Bangladesh High Commission in Kuala Lumpur, as the next Ambassador of Bangladesh to Poland. Khastagir, a career diplomat belonging to the 20th batch of BCS (Foreign Affairs) cadre, joined Bangladesh Foreign Service in 2001, said a foreign ministry’s press release here. Prior to joining his current assignment in October 2020, he served as the Director/Director General of Europe and EU Wing and International Organisations Wing at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (2015-2019). In his diplomatic career,…
The 2024 U.S. election concluded decisively, with Republicans securing a sweeping victory. Not only did Donald Trump win reelection to the White House, but Republicans also won the popular vote, traditionally a Democratic consolation prize. With Republican control of both the presidency and Congress, plus their advantage in Supreme Court judges, the Democratic Party’s defeat was total. U.S. voters thoroughly rejected the Biden administration’s four-year tenure, with their repudiation of Vice President Kamala Harris representing a clear condemnation of Biden’s policies. The primary cause of Democrats’ defeat was dissatisfaction with economic performance under Biden, particularly inflation. According to exit polls, two-thirds…
The Embassy Journal :Iran’s Ambassador to Bangladesh, Mansour Chavoshi, met with Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir, the Secretary General of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP), in a significant diplomatic encounter on Sunday afternoon. The meeting took place at the BNP Chairperson’s office in Gulshan, Dhaka, at 4 p.m. Present at the meeting were BNP Standing Committee Member Amir Khasru Mahmud Chowdhury and Shama Obaid, a member of the party’s International Affairs Committee. The discussions reportedly focused on strengthening bilateral relations and exploring various areas of cooperation between Bangladesh and Iran. Following the meeting, Amir Khasru Mahmud Chowdhury addressed the media, stating…
