From January 21, Bangladeshi applicants for US business and tourist visas may need to deposit a refundable bond of up to $15,000, the US Embassy in Dhaka says.
British barrister Toby Cadman has resigned as adviser to Bangladesh’s International Crimes Tribunal, sparking debate over judicial transparency ahead of a key appeal hearing.
Sheikh Hasina has warned that no intimidation or conspiracy can erase the Awami League, accusing the current administration of economic destruction and political repression ahead of the election.
Bangladesh’s garment exports have fallen for five straight months as political instability and market losses erode buyer confidence, threatening millions of jobs in the RMG sector.