US Assistant Secretary of State Donald Lu questioned about political and civil rights in Bangladesh

Answering questions from journalists outside the venue, Sohnur Rahman said that their talks covered a wide range of issues, including the post-election political situation, human rights, labor rights, the economic situation, the risks of climate change and the Middle East. According to multiple sources, the US Assistant Secretary of State asked about the political climate […]

Frying pan or fire, which one?

I think there are many reasons to consider both the parties, Awami League, as bad. While doing some good work, both parties have resorted to varying degrees of corruption, human rights violations, abuse of power, election rigging and other misdeeds when in power. That is why some people in the civil society may find BNP […]

Sheikh Hasina expresses gratitude for warm welcome despite 1/11 government ban

Fisheries and Livestock Minister Abdur Rahman initiated an unscheduled discussion in Parliament regarding Sheikh Hasina's homecoming (on May 7, 2007) during the 1/11 government. The Prime Minister said that many advisors of the caretaker government also advised him not to return to the country. “We (caretaker government and advisers) will do whatever is necessary to […]