US Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced that the State Department and USAID have informed Congress about their restructuring plans. By July 1, certain USAID functions will be reorganized within departments. The State Department also plans to shut down USAID operations that do not align with administrative priorities. Rubio criticized USAID for deviating from its core mission, leading to high costs with minimal benefits. Earlier this year, the US administration had already paused foreign aid for 90 days through an executive order.

Former U.S. President Donald Trump has stated that America must "take over" Greenland to ensure global stability. During a visit to a U.S. military base in Greenland, Vice President JD Vance and his wife Usha Vance discussed Arctic security with stationed troops. Vance emphasized that without American leadership, China and Russia would dominate the region. He criticized Denmark’s leadership for underinvesting in Greenland’s security infrastructure, stating, "Our dispute isn’t with the people of Greenland but with Denmark’s leadership."

The death toll from Friday’s 7.7-magnitude earthquake in Myanmar has surged to 1,002, according to the country’s military government. Thirty people remain missing, and over 1,600 have been injured. Images from hospitals show patients lying outside as facilities struggle to accommodate the wounded. Many victims, covered in dust and blood, arrived from remote areas via cars and pickup trucks. The earthquake also caused significant damage to infrastructure, including roads and hospitals. Myanmar’s military chief Min Aung Hlaing has visited hospitals to assess the situation.

Chief Adviser Dr. Muhammad Yunus has urged young people to embrace entrepreneurship, calling salaried employment "a modern form of servitude." Speaking at Peking University in China, he emphasized that eradicating poverty is the primary goal of the new Bangladesh administration. He acknowledged numerous challenges ahead but stressed that overcoming them requires the collective participation of all citizens. "Many young people in my country are fighting against an economic system designed to suppress them. That is the root cause of our problems," Yunus stated.

BNP Acting Chairman Tarique Rahman has expressed deep condolences over the loss of lives in the recent earthquake that struck Myanmar and Thailand. In a statement, he conveyed sympathy to the families of the victims and wished a swift recovery for the injured. He also assured that the people of Bangladesh and the BNP stand in solidarity with Myanmar and Thailand during this difficult time. The earthquake, which struck on Friday, has claimed 144 lives and injured over 700 people.

The U.S. Congress has introduced a bill proposing sanctions against Pakistan’s state institutions over human rights violations and alleged suppression of former Prime Minister Imran Khan. The bill calls for sanctions on Pakistan’s military leadership within 180 days and has been sent to the Foreign Affairs and Judiciary Committees for further review.

During a meeting with China’s Minister of Water Resources, Li Guoying, Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus sought China’s expertise in developing a 50-year master plan for Bangladesh’s river and water management. He highlighted Bangladesh’s unique delta landscape, stating, “Water is our lifeline, but it can also become our enemy. With a rapidly growing population, we must be cautious about its environmental impact.” Recognizing China’s mastery in water management, he urged President Xi Jinping to share China’s strategies with Bangladesh. In response, the Chinese minister assured collaboration and knowledge-sharing.

A powerful earthquake struck Southeast Asia on Friday, causing a construction site collapse in Bangkok and several buildings to crumble in Myanmar’s Mandalay, resulting in at least 20 deaths. Additionally, an old bridge over the Irrawaddy River collapsed, and many residential buildings were destroyed, trapping numerous people under the debris. Mandalay Airport and a monastery in Taunggyi suffered severe damage. Reports indicate a fire at Mandalay University, with concerns of casualties. In Bangkok, one body was recovered from the rubble of the collapsed building, while several workers were rescued alive. Authorities have declared a state of emergency in six regions of Myanmar and Bangkok. The earthquake, measuring 7.7 on the Richter scale, caused significant structural damage across Bangkok, including the collapse of a 30-story under-construction skyscraper in the city’s north.

A powerful 7.7-magnitude earthquake struck Myanmar, with tremors felt in neighboring Bangladesh and Thailand. While Bangladesh reported no significant damage, a high-rise under construction collapsed in Bangkok’s Chatuchak district, trapping 43 construction workers. The quake caused cracks in roads and debris to fall from buildings. Myanmar’s Fire Services Department stated, “We have begun investigations in Yangon to assess casualties and damage, but no official reports are available yet.”

A powerful earthquake was felt across Dhaka and several other parts of Bangladesh at 12:25 PM. The Bangladesh Meteorological Department reported that the quake measured 7.0 on the Richter scale, with its epicenter in Mandalay, Myanmar, approximately 597 kilometers from Dhaka. The US Geological Survey (USGS) reported a magnitude of 7.7, with the epicenter located 16 kilometers north-northwest of Sagaing, Myanmar, at a depth of 10 kilometers.

The United States has pledged an additional $73 million in humanitarian aid for Rohingya refugees through the UN World Food Programme. US State Department spokesperson Tammy Bruce stated in an X post, "This food and nutrition assistance is crucial for over a million people." The US remains the largest donor to the Rohingya crisis, having provided approximately $2.4 billion since 2017. However, the Trump administration previously announced plans to reduce aid for the Rohingya after returning to power.

Chief Adviser Dr. Muhammad Yunus held a bilateral meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping, which was described as constructive and fruitful by Chief Adviser’s Press Secretary Shafiqul Alam. During the discussion, Dr. Yunus called for China to take a stronger role in the repatriation of Rohingya refugees. Additionally, he urged China to play a more significant role in ensuring peace, prosperity, and stability in both Bangladesh and China.

On Thursday, Iran responded to a letter from former US President Donald Trump via Oman, reaffirming its stance against direct negotiations under pressure. Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi stated, "We are open to indirect negotiations with the US." Previously, on March 7, Trump had announced that he had sent a letter to Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, inviting discussions over Iran’s nuclear program. Trump also warned that if Tehran refused to negotiate, military action could be taken.

Russian President Vladimir Putin has warned that the United States' new administration is taking its plans to seize Greenland seriously. Former US President Donald Trump had previously claimed that acquiring Greenland was essential for Washington’s 'international security.' Putin cautioned that underestimating the US’s ambitions regarding Greenland would be a grave mistake. He pointed out that these plans have deep historical roots. While Russia is not directly involved in the territorial claims over Greenland, Moscow is concerned that NATO countries are increasingly strategizing to use the Arctic region in potential conflicts.

Deputy Press Secretary to the Chief Adviser, Abul Kalam Azad Majumder, confirmed that Chinese President Xi Jinping has held a bilateral meeting with Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus. The meeting took place at 10 AM local time on Friday at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing. Later, Professor Yunus is scheduled to participate in an 'Investment Dialogue' with Chinese business leaders at Presidential Beijing. The Chief Adviser is expected to return home on March 29 after his four-day visit to China.