The Government of Bangladesh has recalled its ambassadors and high commissioner from five countries who were appointed on a contractual basis during the interim government period. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced on Sunday, March 8, 2026, that the envoys have been reassigned to the ministry’s headquarters in Dhaka.

According to the ministry, the recalled diplomats include Dr. M. Mahfuzul Haque from Portugal, Md. Moynul Islam from Poland, M. Mushfiqur Fazal (Ansari) from Mexico, and Dr. Md. Nazmul Islam from the Maldives. Additionally, Abida Islam, the High Commissioner to the United Kingdom, has also been recalled. All five officials have been instructed to report to the Foreign Ministry’s Dhaka office immediately.

The announcement marks a significant reshuffle in Bangladesh’s diplomatic representation abroad, focusing on officials appointed under the interim administration.