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Chinese Ambassador praises chief adviser’s visit. Prof Mohammad Yunus leads milestone China trip. Visit scheduled for March 26–29. No formal agreements; some MoUs likely. Focus on relocating Chinese factories. Chief Adviser Professor Mohammad Yunus will visit China from March 26 to 29. The trip is called the most important visit by a Bangladeshi leader in 50 years. Chinese Ambassador to Bangladesh, Yao Wen, spoke on Sunday (23 March). He described the visit as “very successful, productive and a milestone visit.” Ambassador Yao added, “We are working very closely with Bangladesh…we are still discussing.” His comments came after meeting Foreign Secretary…

Bangladesh Investment Summit 2025 to be held from April 7–10 in Dhaka. Over 2,300 participants from 50 countries expected to attend. Chief Adviser Prof. Muhammad Yunus to inaugurate the summit on April 9. Summit to feature site visits to economic zones and a Starlink demonstration. Attendance by high-profile global business leaders and venture capitalists. The Bangladesh Investment Summit 2025 is set to take place from April 7 to 10 at the InterContinental Dhaka, marking a significant milestone in the country’s economic trajectory. This prestigious event, organized by the Bangladesh Investment Development Authority (BIDA), will bring together global business leaders, policymakers,…

Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus to visit China from March 26–29, 2025. Meetings scheduled with President Xi Jinping and senior Chinese officials. Participation in the Boao Forum for Asia to discuss economic growth and cooperation. Visit comes amid strained Bangladesh-India relations. Peking University to confer an honorary doctorate upon Yunus. Bangladesh’s Chief Adviser, Muhammad Yunus, will embark on a four-day official visit to China from March 26 to 29, focusing on strengthening bilateral cooperation in trade, infrastructure, and investment. This marks Yunus’ first high-level visit to China since assuming office, signaling a renewed push toward expanding Bangladesh’s global partnerships. One of…

Heathrow Airport resumes operations after major power outage. Extra flights scheduled to accommodate 10,000 stranded passengers. Investigation led by counter-terror police, no foul play suspected yet. Thousands of flights disrupted, impacting over 200,000 travelers. Ofgem to review incident and potential energy infrastructure issues. London Heathrow Airport resumed full operations on Saturday (22 March) after a power outage caused severe disruption. The outage, stemming from a fire at an off-site electricity substation, forced flight cancellations and left thousands of travelers stranded. A statement from Heathrow confirmed that the airport is now “fully operational.” Additional staff have been deployed to manage the…

A fire at an electrical substation causes a complete power outage at Heathrow Airport. Over 1,300 flights canceled, affecting approximately 200,000 passengers. Operations resume after a 24-hour shutdown, but delays and disruptions persist. Experts raise concerns over the airport’s contingency planning and infrastructure resilience. Investigation underway; authorities confirm no evidence of foul play. On March 21, 2025, a massive fire at the North Hyde electrical substation near London triggered a complete power outage at Heathrow Airport, Europe’s busiest aviation hub. The incident resulted in the cancellation of over 1,300 flights, disrupting travel plans for approximately 200,000 passengers. The fire broke…

Border killings continue despite repeated assurances from Indian authorities. BSF responsible for most fatalities, with additional deaths caused by civilians. Human rights groups urge accountability and stricter protocols. Families of victims demand justice as violence escalates. Both governments face increasing pressure to resolve the crisis. The Bangladesh-India border has long been a hotspot for Indian violence, with a rising number of Bangladeshi nationals losing their lives. In 2023, 25 Bangladeshis were killed in border incidents, with 19 shot by India’s Border Security Force (BSF) and six killed by Indian civilians, according to Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) data. Despite repeated commitments…

Japan, China, and South Korea hold crucial diplomatic talks in Tokyo. Focus on security, trade, and historical reconciliation amid global tensions. North Korea’s nuclear ambitions and the Russia-Ukraine conflict discussed. China’s ban on Japanese seafood imports after Fukushima wastewater release addressed. Talks pave the way for a trilateral summit to enhance cooperation. Japan, China, and South Korea convened in Tokyo on Saturday, March 22, 2025, for a pivotal diplomatic meeting. This marked their first foreign ministerial talks since 2023, underscoring the urgency of regional cooperation amid growing geopolitical tensions. Japanese Foreign Minister Takeshi Iwaya, hosting the meeting, emphasized the gravity…

Federal judge rules Musk’s team violated privacy laws accessing Social Security data. U.S. District Judge Ellen Lipton Hollander halts further record sharing. The Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) was investigating fraud and waste. White House criticizes ruling, calling it an attack on government reforms. Advocacy groups hail the ruling as a victory for data privacy. A federal judge has ruled that the Social Security Administration (SSA) likely violated privacy laws by granting Elon Musk’s aides extensive access to personal data. The decision, issued on Thursday by U.S. District Judge Ellen Lipton Hollander in Maryland, blocks further sharing of sensitive records.…

The 2025 Global South Financiers Forum took place in Beijing on March 21. Xinhua News Agency hosted the event with global financial experts. Discussions focused on inclusive, digital, and green finance. Beijing Mayor Yin Yong highlighted financial cooperation for growth. The “Beijing Consensus” outlined strategies for financial collaboration. The 2025 Global South Financiers Forum opened in the Chinese capital, bringing together senior government officials, financial leaders, and economic experts from more than 30 countries. The forum, held under the theme “Illuminating Global South,” focuses on financial integration, investment opportunities, and sustainable development strategies aimed at fostering stronger economic ties among…

Election timeline set,a No delays, confirms interim government. Two possible election dates: December 2025 or June 2026. Awami League not banned, but leaders may face trial. International Crisis Group (ICG) supports Bangladesh’s democratic transition. Government seeks global support for Rohingya refugee crisis. Bangladesh’s interim government has reaffirmed its commitment to conducting national elections as scheduled, ruling out any delays. Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus made the announcement on Thursday (20 March) during a meeting with Dr. Comfort Ero, President of the International Crisis Group (ICG), in Dhaka. Yunus stated that the government has finalized two possible election timelines. If political parties…