Bangladesh and IOM Launch €1.125m EU-Funded Initiative to Tackle Climate Mobility

Asian markets experienced significant declines following a selloff on Wall Street, driven by a combination of the Middle East conflict, rising oil prices, and concerns over AI investments.

Brent crude has crossed the $100 mark for the first time since May, driven by escalating Middle East conflict.

The United States has imposed new tariffs on 60 trading partners over forced labor concerns, marking a significant move in President Trump's revised trade agenda.

Japan's core inflation increased in June due to higher oil prices and a declining yen, according to recent official data.

Mexico's compliance with the USMCA means over 80% of its exports to the US avoid new tariffs.

Japan has expressed regret over the new US tariffs imposed on several trading partners, including Japan itself.

US Trade Envoy Jamieson Greer is set to announce tariff decisions as President Trump's 10 percent global duty is about to expire.

State Minister for Foreign Affairs Shama Obaed Islam emphasized significant opportunities for expanding Bangladesh's trade, investment, and skilled workforce cooperation with Saudi Arabia.

Bangladesh received $2.17 billion in remittances during the first 22 days of July, marking a 23.4 percent year-on-year increase.

Bangladesh Bank has introduced new reporting guidelines to increase transparency in government cash management.

Bangladesh Bank Governor Md Mostaqur Rahman met with Chinese Ambassador Yao Wen to discuss enhancing bilateral trade, investment, and financial cooperation.

Bangladesh Bank has introduced a comprehensive Master Circular for the Export Development Fund (EDF) to streamline export financing and adopt a SOFR-based interest rate regime.

Bangladesh has secured the lowest tariff rate of 10 percent under a new US trade measure, helping the country retain a competitive edge over major apparel-exporting rivals.

Ozgur Ozel, recently ousted as leader of Turkey's main opposition Republican People's Party (CHP), has resigned and founded a new political party to challenge President Recep Tayyip Erdogan.

Iran's military announced drone strikes on US bases in Bahrain, Jordan, and Kuwait in response to recent US attacks on Iran.

Wildfires continue to blaze near Madrid, with strong winds complicating firefighting efforts.

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez describes the wildfires as a 'dramatic situation' affecting Spain and neighbouring countries.

Four Palestinians and one Israeli have been killed in violent clashes in the West Bank.

Europe is grappling with one of its worst wildfire seasons on record, driven by severe droughts and climate change.

International Master Mohammad Fahad Rahman of Bangladesh defeated Candidate Master Nurassyl Primbetov of Kazakhstan in the ongoing Oskemen Open Masters Chess Tournament.

Thousands of residents and tourists have been forced to flee their homes as wildfires sweep through southern Europe, with states of emergency declared in several regions.

British Prime Minister Andy Burnham has opened his new northern office in Manchester, aiming to decentralise power and spur economic growth across England.

Japan announced plans to conduct full-scale mining tests in February for rare earth minerals from a seabed near Minami Torishima, aiming to reduce dependence on China.

A massive wildfire in southwest France has led to the evacuation of approximately 40,000 people, with no reported casualties so far.

Bangladesh must enhance its flood forecasting system, increase investment in disaster management, and adopt better urban planning strategies to minimize flood losses, experts say.

Local Government Minister Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir highlighted the government's efforts to reinforce democratic institutions and rejuvenate the economy at the Bengal Delta Conference 2026.

Two individuals have been apprehended with a substantial amount of narcotics and banned Indian medicines and cosmetics in Satkhira district.

The Bangladesh Meteorological Department (BMD) has forecasted rain in different parts of the country within the next 24 hours.

Disinformation about survivors spreads despair among Venezuelans affected by the recent earthquakes.

Spain has declared a national emergency in the Madrid region and Avila province due to uncontrolled wildfires.