Bangladesh Institute of International and Strategic Studies (BIISS) organized a hybrid seminar on ‘Strengthening Bangladesh’s Foreign Relations with Neighbours in the Evolving Global Order’ on 24th January 2023. H E Mr Md Shahriar Alam, MP, Hon’ble State Minister, Ministry of Foreign Minister, Government of the People’s Republic of Bangladesh graced the occasion as the Chief Guest.

The inaugural seminar was kicked off with the welcome speech of the Director General of BIISS, Major General Sheikh Pasha Habib Uddin, OSP, SGP, BAMS, afwc, psc. It was followed by the speech of the Keynote Speaker, Professor Lailufar Yasmin, who outlined the current trajectory of Bangladesh’s bilateral relations with its neighbours. Afterward, a working session chaired by Ambassador M Humayun Kabir, Director President, Bangladesh Enterprise Institute (BEI), was organized. A panel of three distinguished researchers presented their research findings. It was followed by a vibrant Q&A session featuring questions and comments. Afterward, the Chief Guest delivered his remarks. In his speech, he mentioned that the government is persistently working to consolidate relations with neighbours for regional stability, shared prosperity, and mutual development. Mr. Nur Ahmed, Research Officer, represented BIMRAD in this distinguished program.