European powers meet Iran in Geneva as war rages
European powers hoped to offer a 鈥榙iplomatic solution鈥� as they met with Iran in Geneva on Friday, according to French President Emmanuel Macron.
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Bangladesh鈥檚 apparel exports to EU surge 25.3pc in Jan鈥揂pr
Bangladesh鈥檚 apparel exports to the European Union in January鈥揂pril of 2025 increased by 25.3 per cent to 7.54 billion euros from the same period in 2024, putting it ahead of traditional rivals like China, India, and Turkey in year-on-year growth...
A true friend of Bangladesh
THE Republic of Kosovo, as a new European state, aims to be part of the international community by respecting all international rules and norms. As a young demography, the people of Kosovo have endured a difficult history in the struggle for statehood, much like Bangladesh. With the declaration of independence, Kosovo is now part of the international community and continues to contribute to global peace and...
EU for democratic reforms in Bangladesh鈥檚 political transition
The European Union on Friday said that it had consistently supported Bangladesh鈥檚 political transition, calling for it to be underpinned by the rule of law, fundamental rights and lead to democratic elections...
EU, France hail Bangladesh鈥檚 role in UN peacekeeping
The European Union and France on Thursday praised the dedication and professionalism of Bangladeshi peacekeepers serving in United Nations peacekeeping missions across the globe, as the world is observing the International Day of UN Peacekeepers.
Trump delays EU tariffs until July 9
US president Donald Trump said on Sunday that he would pause his threatened 50-per cent tariffs on the European Union until July 9, after a 鈥榲ery nice call鈥� with European Commision president Ursula von der Leyen...
German minister urges 鈥榮erious talks鈥� with US on tariffs
German finance minister Lars Klingbeil on Sunday urged 鈥榮erious negotiations鈥� with the United States after President Donald Trump threatened to bring in 50-percent tariffs on imports from the European Union...
EU seeks to relax rules on turning away asylum seekers
The EU unveiled plans on Tuesday to make it easier to send asylum seekers to certain third countries in the latest overhaul aimed at reducing migration to the bloc, sparking criticism from rights groups.
Apparel exports to EU surge by 33pc
Bangladesh鈥檚 apparel exports to the European Union showed a strong upward trend in the first quarter (January-March) of 2025, with total earnings increasing by 33 per cent compared to the same period in 2024...
China, EU suspend Brazil chicken imports over bird flu
China and the European Union have suspended imports of chicken meat from Brazil, the world鈥檚 biggest exporter of the commodity, after an outbreak of bird flu on a farm in the South American country, officials said Friday...
Lutfey Siddiqi briefs diplomats on labour reform progress
Reviewing the past eight months of progress on labour reforms and outlining the government鈥檚 roadmap ahead, special envoy to the chief adviser for international affairs Lutfey Siddiqi on Monday conveyed to the top Western nations鈥� ambassadors and high commissioners that they had made a 鈥榙ramatic progress鈥�.
Albanians vote in election
Albanians headed to the polls on Sunday to decide whether to give Prime Minister Edi Rama a fourth term or side with his longstanding rival in an election seen as crucial for the country鈥檚 European Union ambitions.
EU, Critical Mahmood collaborate to raise clean energy awareness
The European Union and renowned Bangladeshi hip-hop artiste Critical Mahmood have launched a campaign titled I鈥檝e Got the Power, said a press release on Friday.
EU pursuing political solution to Rohingya crisis: envoy
Ambassador and head of delegation of the European Union to Bangladesh Michael Miller said the EU is working for a political solution to the Rohingya crisis in support of a safe, voluntary, and dignified return of the forcibly displaced...
RMG exports to EU rise by 37pc in Jan-Feb
Bangladesh鈥檚 apparel exports to the European Union witnessed an increase of 37 per cent to $3.69 billion in January and February of 2025, according to Eurostat data, compiled by the Bangladesh Garment Manufacturers and Exporters Association...
EU asylum approvals up in 2024
The European Union granted protection to 4,37,900 asylum seekers in 2024, up seven per cent on the previous year, the bloc鈥檚 statistics agency said on Friday.
EuroCham concerned over 鈥榰nequal鈥� trade concessions to US
The European Union Chamber of Commerce in Bangladesh (EuroCham) urged the Interim Government to avoid discrimination against European Union companies, as Bangladesh would consider offering substantial trade concessions to the United States...
Home adviser urges EU states to open visa centre in Dhaka
Home affairs adviser retired Lieutenant General Md Jahangir Alam Chowdhury on Monday requested the European Union ambassador to Bangladesh, Michael Miller, to facilitate the establishment of a visa centre in Dhaka for the EU member states that currently do not issue visas from Bangladesh...
EU announces 1.6 billion euros in new aid for Palestinians
The European Union on Monday announced a new three-year financial support package for the Palestinians worth up to 1.6 billion euros ($1.8 billion)...
Bangladesh, EU eye conclusion of PCA negotiations by 2026
Bangladesh and the European Union have agreed to continue engaging in constructive dialogue, aiming to conclude the Partnership and Cooperation Agreement negotiations by next year.
Cultural awakening, liberty of artists and state
DO ARTISTS or cultural personae in a state enjoy freedom in expressing their thoughts and philosophy and in reflecting them in their creation? Does the state allow a free reign to artists to sail as they dream of? If not, how do these two reconcile or, otherwise, survive in a system? The debate has been long-drawn especially since the European Renaissance, but it is yet to...
EU proposes 25pc tariffs on US goods
The EU plans tariffs of up to 25 percent on US goods in retaliation for levies on metals, but will spare bourbon to shield European wine and spirits from reprisals, according to a document seen by AFP on Tuesday...
US leader Trump unveils sweeping global tariffs
US president Donald Trump on Wednesday unveiled a raft of punishing tariffs targeting countries around the world including some of its closest trading partners, in a move that risks sparking a ruinous trade war.
UK imposes online entry permit on European visitors
New rules came into force Wednesday requiring European visitors to the UK to buy an online entry permit as the government revised longstanding regulations to boost border security...
EU tariffs not a deterrent, says Chinese EV maker XPeng
Chinese electric vehicle maker XPeng said Friday that European Union tariffs on EVs made in China have had a 鈥榣arge economic impact鈥� but will not deter the firm鈥檚 plans to tap European markets...
European leaders, military brass meet over Ukraine peace plans
Senior military figures and European leaders gathered Thursday to thrash out plans for long-term peace in Ukraine, as the United States and Russia prepared for fresh talks on ending the war...
Bangladesh's apparel exports to EU rise by 61pc in Jan
Bangladesh鈥檚 apparel exports to the European Union have recorded significant growth in the beginning of 2025, rising by 60.9 per cent to 1.91 billion euros in January, compared with 1.19 billion euros in the same month of 2024...
EU providing 鈧�2 million to Bangladesh to support July uprising injured
The European Union on Wednesday launched a project to support around 8,000 individuals severely affected by the violence and disruption which occurred in the context of the July-August 2024 uprising in Bangladesh...
Nature-based solutions for climate resilience
NATURE-BASED solutions have gained significant attention recently to address environmental degradation, water and food insecurity, natural disasters, and climate crises. The concept of NbS stems from the ecosystem approach. In 2016, the European Commission defined NbS as 鈥榥ature-inspired and nature-supported solutions.鈥� These solutions encompass actions aimed...
EU to support Bangladesh in holding elections maintaining int鈥檒 standards
The European Union will support Bangladesh to conduct elections in line with international standards with a significant financial package as well as its experiences and expertise...