Tarique Rahman’s “life-friendly budget”: A new dawn for prosperous Bangladesh

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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The China consensus: Why Bangladesh’s political rivals found common ground

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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Dhaka, Beijing signal strong alignment on global, regional issues

The following is the full and unedited text of a joint press release issued by Bangladesh’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs following a meeting between the foreign ministers of the People’s Republic of China and the People’s Republic of Bangladesh in Beijing on Wednesday (May 6, 2026): “1. At the invitation of H.E. Mr. Wang Yi, […]

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Bangladesh, China Pledge Stronger Ties in Beijing Talks Focused on Investment, Energy, and Trade

Foreign Minister Dr. Khalilur Rahman held bilateral talks with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi in Beijing today. Discussions focused on investment, energy cooperation, connectivity, people-to-people contacts and enhancing bilateral trade, alongside broader regional and global issues. Both sides reaffirmed commitment to the Bangladesh-China Comprehensive Strategic Cooperative Partnership, the One-China Principle, and further elevating bilateral relations. […]

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Bangladesh, China Reaffirm Strategic Partnership

Foreign Minister Dr. Khalilur Rahman met CPPCC Chairperson Wang Huning in Beijing today. Both sides reaffirmed the Bangladesh-China comprehensive strategic cooperative partnership and commitment to deeper cooperation in trade, investment, connectivity, and development. Adviser to the Prime Minister on Foreign Affairs, Mr. Humaiun Kobir and Ambassador Mr. Md. Nazmul Islam were present during the meeting. […]

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