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    Bangladesh: Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina Calls for Unity Against Saboteurs Amid Metro Rail Vandalism

    Addressing the grievances of the quota protesters, Hasina pointed out that their demands had been largely met and questioned the rationale behind continued protests....
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    Thousands of Sri Lankans Await Aswesuma Benefits Amid Banking Hurdles

    The Aswesuma program, launched by President Ranil Wickremesinghe amidst economic turmoil last year, aims to aid vulnerable populations. Funded in part by the World...
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    Bangladesh: Nationwide Protests Paralyze Development Projects and Economic Activities

    As Bangladesh navigates through these turbulent times, stakeholders remain hopeful for a swift resolution to restore normalcy and resume vital development initiatives crucial for...
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    Sri Lanka Set to Announce Successful Completion of Debt Restructuring Programme

    With the global economic landscape evolving rapidly, the island nation's ability to manage its debt and implement effective economic policies will be closely watched...
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    Bangladesh

    UN Concerned Over Misuse of UN Symbols by Bangladesh Government

    The spokesperson for the UN Secretary General alluded to reports of UN-marked vehicles possibly involved in recent events in Bangladesh, emphasizing that UN insignia...
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    Climate change

    Pakistan: President Zardari Pushes for Comprehensive Plan to Prevent Floods in Karachi

    Karachi’s existing network of drains had limited capacity and absorbed around 50 per cent of the rainwater under normal circumstances. The meeting was told...
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    Bangladesh Government Open to Dialogue as Dhaka Tensions Simmer

    In recent days, protests have spread across major cities including Dhaka, where clashes between demonstrators and law enforcement have been reported. Instances of vandalism...
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    Accountability

    Political Turmoil Engulfs Maldives as Central Bank Governor Faces Intense Scrutiny

    The storm brewing in the Maldives shows no signs of abating and the fate of Governor Ahmed Naseer hangs in precarious balance, symbolising a...
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