Boeing jet returns to US from China, a victim of Trump’s tariff war

Chief Adviser of Bangladesh`s interim government Professor Muhammad Yunus has been named one of Time magazine`s 100 Most Influential People of 2025.

Water is the lifeblood of Bangladesh, a delta nation intricately woven with rivers and wetlands. Yet, this abundance of water has paradoxically become a source of distress due to rampant pollution, unsustainable extraction, and climate-induced challenges. To address these issues comprehensively, Bangladesh has sought expertise from China to develop a 50-year master plan for water management. This collaboration is a technical partnership and a strategic move that could redefine the country`s future regarding water sustainability and economic resilience.

Regarding the devastating earthquake that occurred in Myanmar on 28 March, a specialized rescue and medical support team from the Armed Forces under the supervision of the chief adviser has been operating in Naypyidaw since 1 April, providing crucial relief and medical assistance. This medical support team consists of the Bangladesh Air Force, Bangladesh Army and Bangladesh Navy along with civil doctors.

On April 2, the United States announced it would implement “reciprocal tariffs” on its trading partners, including a 34 percent tariff on China and rates ranging from 10 to 39 percent on Arab countries like Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Jordan, and Iraq.

Investment summit is crucial not only for exhibiting a country`s trade potential, development projects but also for communicating the nation`s desire for inbound foreign capital, especially foreign direct investment (FDI). To boost Bangladesh`s economic vitality in South Asian investment potential, hundreds of international business executives have gathered for the four-day `Bangladesh Investment Summit 2025` from April 7-10. More than 2,300 participants from 50 nations have attended the summit, including more than 550 international investors.