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22-05-2025
- Politics
- First Post
Bangladesh: Foreign secretary on his way out for not being 'in sync' with Yunus, Dhaka says not sacked
Bangladesh is reportedly replacing its Foreign Secretary Md Jashim Uddin, eight months after his appointment, because he was 'not in sync' with the country's Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus read more Cracks in Bangladesh's interim government are becoming more evident after reports are emerging that the government is set to replace its Foreign Secretary, Md Jashim Uddin. According to The Times of India, Uddin is reportedly being sacked from the post because he is 'not in sync' with the country's Chief Advisor Muhammad Yunus and Foreign Adviser Touhid Hossain. As per the report, Uddin had opposed the initiative of a 'humanitarian corridor' and 'safe zone' for Rohingya refugees , which was being pushed by Yunus and his NSA, Khalilur Rahman and endorsed by the UN. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD According to the information obtained by TOI, Uddin's views aligned with the military brass, who fear the corridor could compromise the sovereignty of Bangladesh. Sources close to the matter claimed that Yunus and Rahman moved ruthlessly to 'orchestrate' Uddin's removal. It is pertinent to note that Uddin led the Bangladeshi side at FOC-level talks with Pakistan on April 17. During the talks, he had raised the issue of financial claim worth $4.32 billion from Pakistan as a 'fair share' from assets of undivided Pakistan before 1971. Bangladesh govt goes into defence mode Commenting on the foreign secretary's sacking, Foreign Affairs Adviser Md Touhid Hossain said that there is 'no issue of removal,' adding Uddin's responsibility will be changed. According to United News Bangladesh, Hossain told reporters that Uddin himself wanted to leave the role. 'There is no issue of removal. He (FS) wants to leave this responsibility for various reasons. He is in the service. The responsibility will change. He will leave his current responsibility within the next couple of days,' Adviser Hossain told reporters while responding to a question at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. When asked who would be replacing Uddin, the Bangladeshi foreign advisor said: 'You will know this within the next couple of days.' However, local reports are suggesting that Bangladesh Ambassador to the United States Asad Alam Siam is likely to be the next Foreign Secretary of the country. Siam will reportedly be picked as an acting Foreign Secretary until appointment of the new FS. 'There was a proposed list of three candidates,' a senior official at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs told UNB on Tuesday, noting that Ambassador Siam was chosen as the senior-most of the three candidates. Ambassador and Permanent Representative to Switzerland, Tareq Md Ariful Islam, was also seen as one of the candidates for the role. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD
The Irish Sun
21-05-2025
- The Irish Sun
Urgent search for GP, 44, who vanished nine days ago after making 111-mile drive as car found empty
COPS are urgently hunting for a missing GP who vanished nine days ago after making an 111-mile trip. Dr Zakariya Uddin, from Euxton, Lancashire, was last seen in the Chorley area on Monday, May 12. Cleveland Police believe that the 44-year-old later travelled a long way to Middlesbrough by car. Dr Uddin's dark purple Volkswagen Touran was discovered in Glenside yesterday after a frantic hunt, the force confirmed in an update. Cops are now appealing for anyone with information on his whereabouts or recent sightings to get in touch. Dr Uddin grew up in Euxton and was appointed a full time GP at the Surgery in Chorley in 2021. He has also worked as a GP at Buckshaw Village Medical Group and Standish Medical Practice. A Cleveland Police spokesperson said: 'Officers are urgently appealing for help from the public to trace missing 44-year-old Zakariya Waqar-Uddin. 'Zakariya was last seen in the Chorley area of Lancashire on Monday, May 12 but it's thought he was heading back to Middlesbrough. 'It's believed he was driving a dark purple Volkswagen Touran which was last seen in the Low Lane area of Middlesbrough at around 2.30pm on Monday, Ma 12. Most read in The Sun 'Officers are concerned for Zakariya's welfare and are urging anyone with information about his whereabouts to contact Cleveland Police on 101, quoting reference number 089736.' 1 Police search for missing Chorley GP Dr Zak Uddin Credit: The Surgery, Chorley
Scottish Sun
21-05-2025
- Scottish Sun
Urgent search for GP, 44, who vanished nine days ago after making 111-mile drive as car found empty
Police urged anyone with information to come forward immediately MISSING DOC Urgent search for GP, 44, who vanished nine days ago after making 111-mile drive as car found empty COPS are urgently hunting for a missing GP who vanished nine days ago after making an 111-mile trip. Dr Zakariya Uddin, from Euxton, Lancashire, was last seen in the Chorley area on Monday, May 12. Cleveland Police believe that the 44-year-old later travelled a long way to Middlesbrough by car. Dr Uddin's dark purple Volkswagen Touran was discovered in Glenside yesterday after a frantic hunt, the force confirmed in an update. Cops are now appealing for anyone with information on his whereabouts or recent sightings to get in touch. Dr Uddin grew up in Euxton and was appointed a full time GP at the Surgery in Chorley in 2021. He has also worked as a GP at Buckshaw Village Medical Group and Standish Medical Practice. A Cleveland Police spokesperson said: 'Officers are urgently appealing for help from the public to trace missing 44-year-old Zakariya Waqar-Uddin. 'Zakariya was last seen in the Chorley area of Lancashire on Monday, May 12 but it's thought he was heading back to Middlesbrough. 'It's believed he was driving a dark purple Volkswagen Touran which was last seen in the Low Lane area of Middlesbrough at around 2.30pm on Monday, Ma 12. 'Officers are concerned for Zakariya's welfare and are urging anyone with information about his whereabouts to contact Cleveland Police on 101, quoting reference number 089736.'
United News of India
15-05-2025
- United News of India
FIR over fake post on Col Sofia Qureshi's in-laws
Belagavi, May 15 (UNI) An FIR has been registered by Karnataka Police over a fake social media post that falsely claimed an attack on the in-laws' residence of Colonel Sofia Qureshi in Belagavi, prompting swift action from the authorities and renewed concerns over misinformation targeting defence personnel. The post, which appeared on X, was later deleted. Preliminary investigation has revealed that the original post is believed to have originated from outside India, with the primary accused identified as Uddin, a resident of British Columbia, Canada. In addition to Uddin, two other X users — operating under the handles 'Khubaani' and 'Drummi' — have also been named in the FIR for retweeting the alleged fake post. Police said efforts are underway to ascertain their identities and location. Taking note of the incident, Karnataka Home Minister Dr G Parameshwara said earlier in the day that instructions had been issued to the Superintendent of Police to take action strictly as per law. As a precautionary measure, two police personnel have been stationed outside the residence of Colonel Qureshi's in-laws in Belagavi. Authorities are continuing their investigation, coordinating with cybercrime units and central agencies to trace the origin of the post and pursue legal action under the Information Technology Act and relevant sections of the Indian Penal Code. UNI BDN SSP
Yahoo
13-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Bangladesh Denim Expo focuses on capacity-building, innovation
Despite the challenges posed by ongoing global tariff and trade disputes, the panellists at the Bangladesh Denim Expo expressed confidence in Bangladesh's ongoing role as a key player in the global sourcing landscape. The two-day event, which began on 12 May, has drawn 57 exhibitors from 13 different nations, including the host country, India, China, Germany, Türkiye, Pakistan, Spain, Italy, Vietnam, the UAE, Switzerland, and the US. The expo featured panel sessions on topics such as "the growth of the Bangladesh denim industry through the perspective of denim washing" and "stretchability of Bangladesh denim traceability." Industry experts, including Well of Washing director Abdus Samad, Ruhrose RBT co-founder and creative director Arief Labu and the Woolmark Company's processing innovation and education extension GM Julie Davies were among those sharing their insights at the event. Bangladesh Denim Expo founder and CEO Mostafiz Uddin said the country's apparel exports to the US increased by 26.64% in the first quarter of 2025, placing the nation at the forefront of apparel exporters to the US, surpassing India's 24.04% increase and outpacing Pakistan, Vietnam, and China which saw rises of 17.49%, 13.96%, and 4.18% respectively. This growth comes at a time when the US market faces volatility due to recent reciprocal tariffs imposed by the Trump administration, he noted. Uddin added: 'I think even on the negotiation table of the trade issues our card should be the industry's steady progress towards skill development, sustainability and innovation. As we need our trade partners as much as their consumers need us.'' Bangladesh is also the largest denim exporter to both the US and Europe, with the country enjoying duty-free market access to the EU under the Everything But Arms (EBA) and Generalised Scheme of Preferences (GSP) as a least developed country (LDC). Under the GSP, vulnerable developing countries like Bangladesh, Cambodia and Myanmar, can import into the EU market without any taxes. Bangladesh is set to transition to a developing nation next year and without attaining GSP Plus status by 2029, it could lose its duty-free export privileges to the EU, where it exported 50.15% of its apparel. The expo featured a fashion trend-zone showcasing innovative denim fabrics and designs from Bangladesh's burgeoning industry. Additionally, Square Denims garment unit operation head Mohammad Jahangir Alam held a special session on 'The denim business beside sewing and wash production.' Uddin explained: 'In the last edition of the Bangladesh Denim Expo, we had expert panel sessions on the LDC graduation where all speakers unanimously stressed the importance of capacity building within the industry to cope up with changing tariff regimes. So, in this edition of the expo, all the panel sessions we designed are solely meant for capacity building both the professionals and the industry itself. You may also say that from this edition we shifted from plans to actions to prepare Bangladesh's denim industry for 2029 and beyond." In April this year, the Bangladesh Textile Mills Association (BTMA) urged the US embassy and the National Cotton Council of America (NCC) to allow duty-free access for Bangladeshi garments made from US cotton. "Bangladesh Denim Expo focuses on capacity-building, innovation" was originally created and published by Just Style, a GlobalData owned brand. The information on this site has been included in good faith for general informational purposes only. It is not intended to amount to advice on which you should rely, and we give no representation, warranty or guarantee, whether express or implied as to its accuracy or completeness. You must obtain professional or specialist advice before taking, or refraining from, any action on the basis of the content on our site.
