With COP31 less than two weeks away, Bangladesh’s climate negotiators spent two days at the Bangladesh Institute of International and Strategic Studies (BIISS) in Dhaka on 27–28 October 2026, preparing for the UN climate conference to be held in Antalya, Türkiye, from 9 to 20 November. The Bangladesh Delegation Preparedness Programme – UNFCCC COP31 was …
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KLIMA brings partners together to strengthen Bangladesh’s climate negotiation readiness ahead of COP31 Dhaka, 28 October 2026: As Strategic Partner, KLIMA led coordination for Bangladesh’s first government-hosted inter-ministerial negotiator preparedness programme, supporting a foundation for annual training and the development of future negotiators. KLIMA, the climate initiative of The Bangladesh Dialogue Foundation, has supported a …
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For a delegate representing KLIMA, an environmental initiative of The Bangladesh Dialogue (TBD), the Regional Conference of Youth for Asia-Pacific (RCOY APAC) 2026 was more than an opportunity to attend discussions on climate change. Held at BRAC University from 3 to 5 October under the theme “From Mountains to Sea, United for Climate Justice,” the …
‘Chronicles of Freedom’ Premieres in Dhaka, Documenting the Stories and Spirit of July Dhaka, 9 August 2026: Chronicles of Freedom, a 53-minute documentary chronicling the experiences, courage, sacrifice and hopes surrounding the historic events of July in Bangladesh, premiered on Sunday at the Crystal Palace Hall of Gulshan Club Limited in Dhaka. Bringing together political …
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The Bangladesh Dialogue (TBD), organized the fourth session of TBD Lens titled “Environment as a Part of Civil Discourse.” The event aimed to explore how environmental issues can be integrated into public dialogue, policymaking, and civic engagement to foster a more sustainable and climate-resilient Bangladesh. The session brought together policymakers, academics, climate experts, researchers, students, …
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The Bangladesh Dialogue Foundation is pleased to announce the appointment of S M Saif Kader Rubab as its Executive Director and Kazi Rakib Hossain as its Chief Operations Officer (COO), marking another important step in strengthening the Foundation’s leadership and operational capacity. These appointments reflect the Foundation’s continued commitment to building a dynamic leadership team …
The Bangladesh Dialogue has officially been registered as The Bangladesh Dialogue Foundation under the Registrar of Joint Stock Companies and Firms (RJSC), marking a significant milestone in the organization’s institutional development. The registration follows the successful completion of an extensive legal and administrative process, formally establishing the Foundation as a registered entity dedicated to promoting …
The National Parliament of Bangladesh stands as one of the most significant institutions of the country, representing democratic values and constitutional governance. It is equally recognized as an architectural landmark of international significance. On 24th June, 2026, Team The Bangladesh Dialogue had the opportunity to visit the National Parliament under the supervision of Honorable Whip …
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1. Background I had the honor of participating as an expert panelist in the International Conference on “Strengthening BIMSTEC’s Role in Connectivity, Culture and Cooperation,” organized by Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Open University (BAOU) in association with the Ministry of External Affairs, Government of India, and the BIMSTEC Secretariat. The conference was held at Gift City …
The Bangladesh Dialogue Town Hall V on “National Budget 2026–2027: Expectations, Priorities and Way Forward” convened policymakers, economists, financial leaders, entrepreneurs, development practitioners, and political representatives to deliberate on the nation’s economic trajectory at a critical juncture. The roundtable discussion highlighted the imperative of investment-led growth, employment generation, tax-net expansion, banking reform, digital financial inclusion, …