Abdul Hamid wants to stay on Bhasan Char until he gets to return to Myanmar
Sri Lanka needs well-designed political and economic policy changes for long-term recovery
The government has taken steps to address shortages of fuel and gas to some extent when compared to the earlier situation which had long queues that stretched for kilometres outside fuel and gas stations. But a well-planned recovery plan still cannot be seen that can address the long-term food security issues.
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Sri Lanka's Human Rights Commission issues interim recommendations on Mahara Prison riot
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Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina lauded for prudent, decisive step to relocate Rohingyas
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Afghan reconciliation council meets for first time, appeals for 'permanent peace'
Afghan political leaders, including President Ashraf Ghani and chief peace negotiator Abdullah Abdullah, Saturday attended the first meeting of the High Council for National Reconciliation (HCNR) in Kabul
