Articles tagged with "bangladesh prime minister"

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Cabinet Secretary Nasimul Ghani briefed the journalists at the media centre of the Jatiya Sangsad Bhaban (Photo : BSS)

Bangladesh cuts expenditure, reduces office hours, orders markets shut after 6pm

The Bangladesh government has introduced reduced working hours, spending cuts, and energy-saving measures to manage fuel shortages caused by global disruptions.

April 3, 2026

Turkish Ambassador to Bangladesh, Ramis Sen, met with Prime Minister's Foreign Affairs Adviser, Humayun Kabir, today at the Prime Minister's Office (PMO) in Dhaka. Photo: BSS

Turkish Envoy reaffirms support for Bangladesh’s UNGA presidency candidature

Turkish Ambassador Ramis Sen met Foreign Affairs Adviser Humayun Kabir in Dhaka and reaffirmed Türkiye’s support for Bangladesh’s candidature for the presidency of the UN General Assembly’s 81st session (2026–2027).

March 13, 2026

Bangladeshi PM Rahman vows equal rights for men, women

In a message marking International Women’s Day, observed on March 8, the PM Tarique Rahman said equality must become a promise fulfilled in society. 'In our society, let equality be a promise, dignity a reality, and empowerment the foundation of development,' he said.

March 8, 2026

Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) chairman Tarique Rahman (R) takes oath as prime minister during a swearing-in ceremony at the National Parliament building in Dhaka on February 17, 2026. (AFP)

Bangladesh swears in new prime minister after landslide election

Tarique Rahman becomes 11th prime minister as Bangladesh swears in new government after landslide election, signaling democratic transition, regional engagement and renewed ties with neighbors, including Pakistan.

February 17, 2026