Tarique Rahman to go to the United States on September 21 to attend UN session

National

Dhaka Magazine Desk

Published: Monday, 24 August 2026

Prime Minister and BNP Chairman Tarique Rahman will go to New York, USA on September 21 to attend the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly. This will be his first visit to the United States after 20 years.

During the visit, the Prime Minister will deliver a speech at the UN session and participate in various programs. The Prime Minister's Office and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs are working to finalize the itinerary.

It has been learned that after the New York visit, he will attend a two-day event in San Francisco, California. Overall, the visit may last 8 to 10 days. He is also scheduled to attend various meetings and programs on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly.

After the long break, the Prime Minister's visit to the United States has generated widespread enthusiasm among Bangladeshi expatriates and BNP activists living there. Preparations are also being made for a civic reception in New York to welcome him.

Earlier, in June, the Prime Minister visited Malaysia and China on his first foreign trip after forming the government. According to relevant sources, he is unlikely to visit any other country before attending the UN General Assembly session.