With the 13th national parliamentary elections scheduled for 12 February, the political climate across Bangladesh is becoming increasingly tense and violent, according to the Bangladeshi human rights and legal advocacy organisation, Ain o Salish Kendra (ASK). The organisation has noted a marked escalation in political violence, fatalities, and injuries in January compared with December. In […]

Dhaka is accustomed to a dense calendar of civic, governmental and political activity, with rallies, meetings and policy announcements unfolding across the city on most days. Today, Wednesday (4 February), the capital will once again host a series of high-profile political programmes organised by major parties and allied bodies. The schedule reflects the intensifying tempo […]

In a significant stride towards modernising its military infrastructure, the Government of Bangladesh has formalised a strategic agreement with Japan concerning the transfer of defence equipment and technology. The signing ceremony took place on Tuesday at the Dhaka Cantonment, conducted under the comprehensive supervision of the Armed Forces Division (AFD). Strengthening Strategic Partnerships The accord […]