European Union (EU)

Apply to DEAI: Erasmus Mundus Master’s in Data Engineering and AI

The new Erasmus Mundus Joint Master’s Degree Programme in DEAI will be supported by the European Commission under the Erasmus+ Programme.

Geopolitical tensions: Impact on climate-vulnerable nations

Climate change efforts often face resistance from political leaders who focus more on issues like job creation, energy independence, and security.

EU strengthens hate speech rules on Facebook, YouTube, X

The European Union (EU) has updated its code of conduct on online hate speech, requiring social media platforms like Meta’s Facebook, Elon Musk’s X, and Google’s YouTube to step up efforts to tackle harmful content. The European Commission announced the changes on Monday, integrating the code into the EU's Digital Services Act (DSA).

‘We want this political transition to be successful’

The European Union sees a sea of change in post-August 5 Bangladesh and aims to support the political transition, broadening and deepening its ties with the country amid global geopolitical shifts.

Partnership agreement: EU postpones negotiations with Dhaka

The European Union has postponed its first round of negotiation with Bangladesh on a new agreement meant to elevate its partnership with the South Asian country.

Europe must fight the far-right surge

Far-right populist parties performed exceptionally well in the European Parliament elections, finishing first in France, Italy, and three other countries.

Go for recycled garments to boost exports

Bangladesh should soon go for producing recycled garment products that meet global environmental safety standards to increase its exports to the European Union (EU), according to speakers at an event.

BGMEA seeks extension of EU's Everything but Arms facility

EU ambassador meets BGMEA president in Dhaka

EU wants to invest more in Bangladesh

EU Ambassador Charles Whiteley meets Finance Minister Abul Hassan Mahmood Ali

June 10, 2024
June 10, 2024

Go for recycled garments to boost exports

Bangladesh should soon go for producing recycled garment products that meet global environmental safety standards to increase its exports to the European Union (EU), according to speakers at an event.

May 19, 2024
May 19, 2024

BGMEA seeks extension of EU's Everything but Arms facility

EU ambassador meets BGMEA president in Dhaka

February 5, 2024
February 5, 2024

EU wants to invest more in Bangladesh

EU Ambassador Charles Whiteley meets Finance Minister Abul Hassan Mahmood Ali

October 16, 2023
October 16, 2023

FBCCI, EU to work together for bilateral trade

EU ambassador meets FBCCI president in Dhaka

October 3, 2023
October 3, 2023

Meta plans to launch ad-free Facebook and Instagram in EU: reports

Meta Platforms Inc. is planning on launching ad-free versions of Facebook and Instagram to users in the European Union nations for as much as $14/month, as per a recent report by The Wall Street Journal.  Under the unconfirmed plan, Meta would charge roughly 10 euros (about $10.49/BDT 1,163) a month on a desktop for a Facebook or Instagram account, and about 6 euros for each additional linked account.

September 24, 2023
September 24, 2023

Observers may help add credence to fairness of polls, CEC says in reply to EU

Observation by local and foreign observers may help add credence to the status of fairness of election and make them credible at home and abroad, the chief election commissioner (CEC) said in a letter to the EU.

September 23, 2023
September 23, 2023

Why is the EU pulling out of observing our election?

The government’s pledge for a free and fair election is no longer satisfying our international partners.

July 6, 2023
July 6, 2023

EU Delegation: A visit crucial to ensuring polls observers

The assessment of the EU exploratory mission, which will visit Bangladesh for two weeks starting July 9, could determine the international acceptability of the next parliamentary election, analysts have said.

May 11, 2023
May 11, 2023

BGMEA seeks extension of EU GSP

The association sits with top official of European External Action Service

May 9, 2023
May 9, 2023

Building Europe as a strong global partner

Every May 9, Europe Day is celebrated around the world.