Bangladesh's First Press News Agency
RIYADH — The countries of the Makkah Defense Alliance and Iran have agreed to continue discussions aimed at enhancing cooperation and de-escalate tensions in the region. The three countries—Saudi Arabia, Turkiye and Pakistan—and Iran reached the agreement during a quadrilateral meeting hosted by Tehran on Monday, according to Iranian state television. The parties agreed to […]
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Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has launched the Prime Minister’s Special Relief Scheme to provide targeted fuel relief to vulnerable citizens, as rising global oil prices and Middle East instability strain household budgets. The country’s Minister for Petroleum Ali Pervaiz Malik said reportedly on Sunday that over nine million citizens are benefiting from the Prime […]
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The 4th Made-in- Pakistan Exhibition was launched at the International Convention City Bashundhara, Dhaka, on Tuesday. Organized by the Pakistan Association of Exhibition Industry, more than 100 Pakistani exhibitors are showcasing their products including textiles, food & beverages, cosmetics, herbal and wellness products, handicrafts and fashion accessories. The exhibition will be open for the visitors […]
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by Naim-Ul-Karim Sanchaya The world is passing through a period of profound uncertainty. Wars and geopolitical tensions continue to threaten peace and stability. Economic inequality remains a serious challenge. Protectionism is growing, while climate change, food insecurity, technological disruption and other global problems are affecting people across national borders. At such a critical moment, the […]
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by Naim-Ul-Karim For centuries, Asia stood at the centre of global commerce and civilisation. The ancient Silk Road connected China with South Asia, the Middle East, Africa and Europe, carrying not only silk and spices but also ideas, culture and knowledge. Chinese admiral Zheng He’s famous voyages to the Indian Ocean in the 15th century […]
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by Naim-Ul-Karim From ancient ties to new economic future: Why the Bangladesh-China-Myanmar Economic Corridor matters In the high-stakes theatre of regional geopolitics, the proposed Bangladesh-China-Myanmar Economic Corridor (BCMEC) has been viewed through a lens of suspicion by a particular segment of observers. Against this backdrop, Chinese Ambassador to Bangladesh Yao Wen has moved decisively to […]
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by Naim-Ul-Karim The 105th founding anniversary of the Communist Party of China (CPC) is an important moment not only for China but also for many people around the world who have watched the country’s remarkable transformation. When the CPC was founded in 1921, China faced many serious challenges. The country struggled with poverty, instability and […]
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by Naim-Ul-Karim Prime Minister Tarique Rahman’s address to Parliament on Monday marked a defining moment for Bangladesh. As he joined the general discussion on the proposed FY2026-27 (July 2026-June 2027) national budget, he gave it a name that resonates with hope and purpose—the “Jibon Bandhob Budget” or “life-friendly budget”. This is not merely a fiscal […]
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by Naim-Ul-Karim In a country whose parliament is better known for shouting matches than handshakes, something unusual happened on Saturday. Lawmakers from both the government and opposition benches unanimously passed a motion thanking Prime Minister Tarique Rahman for his recent visits to Malaysia and China. The rare cross-party consensus — described by Speaker Hafiz Uddin […]
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