US didn’t impose more sanctions as rights situation improved: Anisul
According to him, the Human Rights Watch reported that "the human rights situation has improved after the sanction was imposed on Rab".
South Asia
Cambodia, Maldives vow mutual support
They exchanged views on regional and international issues, leading to strategising their cooperation in multilateral contexts.
Negotiations with India not possible until reversal of ‘illegal action’ on occupied Kashmir, PMO clarifies
The statement comes a day after PM Shehbaz Sharif asked Indian PM Narendra Modi to hold serious and sincere talks to resolve burning issues.
Washington to watch Bangladesh national polls environment
"We will focus if there is intimidation of voters or the leaders from the government or other parties", said the US assistant secretary of State for South and Central Asia.
UAE agrees to rollover $2 billion loan to Pakistan, give additional $1 billion
The two sides also agreed to deepen investment cooperation, stimulate partnerships and enable investment integration opportunities, it added.
India befriends Sri Lanka as China’s shadow looms
Regional security would always be a focus for New Delhi, said a source with knowledge of the matter, at a time of persistent friction with China along their Himalayan frontier.
Deterioration in Afghan ties could lead to ‘never-ending’ war against terrorism: Imran
Over the past few months, Pakistan has seen a rise in terrorist attacks across the country.
US, Bangladesh hold talks on defence co-op
As part of a security plan in the Indo-Pacific region, the US wants to boost maritime security cooperation with the regional countries.
Peace in border areas prerequisite for developing India-China ties: Ministry of External Affairs
A spokesman also said the two countries must also observe bilateral agreements and refrain from any unilateral attempt to change the status quo on the borders.
Foreign Office rubbishes reports of Pakistan air strikes in Afghanistan
The statement came hours after reports surfaced claiming Pakistan had carried out airstrikes in Afghanistan’s Nangarhar province.