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First-ever International Disability Art Festival in Bangladesh begins

International Disability Art Festival 2024, the culmination event of the British Council’s long-standing work in disability arts in Bangladesh, took place on 26 April 2024, at Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy. The event will continue and will end on 27 April 2024. The inauguration of the event occurred at 3:00 pm, followed by an inclusive theatre performance, ’71 in Silence, to commemorate the liberation war. The festival included an exhibition titled’ Odommo Shilpotshob’(Indomitable Art Festival) which was Curated by IID, the exhibition featured diverse artwork spanning music, painting, sculpture, and more. Also there was theatre performances, panel discussions, film screenings, and a marketplace. The inauguration ceremony was attended by Dr Dipu Moni, Minister of Social Welfare, Governme...

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State Minister for Expatriates called UK government to ease visa for Bangladeshi workers

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State Minister for Expatriates' Welfare and Overseas Employment Shofiqur Rahman Choudhury MP called the UK government to ease visa conditions for Bangladeshi restaurant workers who want to work in the UK’s hospitality and catering sectors. Shofiqur Rahman Choudhury MP was speaking as a chief guest at high profile dialogue hosted on Thursday by the UK’s All-party Parliamentary Group (APPG) on Bangladesh. Bangladesh High Commissioner to the UK Saida Muna Tasneem, Bob Blackman MP and APPG vice-chair Lord Karan Bilimoria spoke at the event while APPG on Bangladesh Chair Rushanara Ali MP chaired the dialogue. The state minister praised Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina for her visionary leadership in transforming Bangladesh into a prosperous nation, as well as her government's ongoing effor...

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Environment Minister Held Bilateral Meetings at Petersberg Climate Dialogue, Berlin

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Environment, Forest, and Climate Change Minister Saber Hussain Chowdhury engaged in pivotal bilateral meetings with Saudi Arabia's Chief Climate Negotiator, Khalid M. Almehaid, during the Petersberg Climate Dialogue in Berlin, Germany, on Thursday, April 25, 2024. The meetings underscored the commitment of both nations to collaborate on addressing pressing climate challenges and advancing the global climate agenda. Minister Chowdhury and Chief Negotiator Almehaid exchanged insights and perspectives on key issues such as renewable energy adoption and climate adaptation strategies. Minister Chowdhury reiterated Bangladesh's unwavering dedication to ambitious climate action, highlighting the country's significant strides in renewable energy development and climate resilience efforts. He...

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Glenrich International School to host Discovery Day for prospective parents

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Glenrich International School, a premium Cambridge curriculum school under the STS Group, is all set to welcome prospective parents for an immersive get-to-know experience at their campus in Satarkul, Dhaka. The "Glenrich Discovery Day" event, scheduled on April 27, 2024, at 10 AM, will provide a glimpse into the dynamic and modern learning environment that Glenrich offers its students to help them secure a commendable foundation for their future. The parents will have the opportunity to explore the Glenrich campus, meet Principal, Ramesh Mudgal, and discover the well-equipped classrooms, as well as the advanced facilities like robotics and math labs. The objective of the day is to give the parents a firsthand look at the unique and innovative offerings at the ‘School of Life’, the firs...

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Closing of NAP Expo 2024: Environment Secretary urged developed nations to provide resources and technologies for NAP implementation.

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Secretary of the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change Dr. Farhina Ahmed urged developed nations to fulfill commitments by providing resources and technologies for plan implementation. She advocates for collective action to address climate challenges and protect vulnerable communities.She said National Adaptation Plan (NAP) Expo 2024 in Bangladesh showcased the country's resilience and leadership in climate adaptation. Environment Secretary said this in her speech as the chair in the Official CLOSURE OF THE MEETINGS of the National Adaptation Plan Expo 2024 held on Thursday in the BICC, Dhaka. Environment Secretary underscores the need for practical solutions at the grassroots level, especially in Least Developed Countries (LDCs), where accessing finance for NAP implemen...

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Formation of NDMA: Bold move by Relief Ministry

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The Government of Bangladesh, in collaboration with UNDP Bangladesh as technical partner and financed by the World Bank, celebrates the successful implementation of the Training, Exercises and Drills (TED) Program under the Urban Resilience Project- Department of Disaster Management (DDM) part. This initiative aims to fortify the institutional capacity of Emergency Management for urban mega-disasters. A sharing workshop held on 25 April 2024 in Dhaka, highlighted the program's achievements and key learnings, with dignitaries including Hon’ble State Minister Md. Mohibbur Rahman MP, Md Kamrul Hasan ndc, Secretary of Ministry of Disaster Management and Relief, and Stefan Liller, Resident Representative of UNDP Bangladesh. The workshop was Chaired by Mr. Md. Mijanur Rahman, DG, DDM. Stat...