Munzer Ahmed Chowdhury
Originator & Publisher
Munzer Ahmed Chowdhury is an eminent journalist, author, and political commentator with a two-decade non-partisan career spanning the UK and Bangladesh. His impactful tenure includes pivotal roles as a Staff Reporter/Special Correspondent for major Bangladeshi media (Amader Shomy, Banglanews24 from 2005) and News Editor for leading British-Bangladeshi outlets in London (Channel i Europe, Surma, Bangla Times, 2012-18). A staunch advocate for press freedom, he founded the Campaign for Media Freedom (CMF) and holds senior leadership roles in the UK Bangla Press Club, currently serving as Senior Vice President and previously as elected General Secretary. Since 2017, he has been the UK Correspondent for Dhaka Tribune and Bangla Tribune. His expertise is internationally sought after; he was a frequent political analyst on UK/Bangladeshi TV (2010-20) and remains an authoritative source for global media, including the BBC.
British Bangladeshi community being embarrassed by politicians
The British-Bangladeshi, Indian, and Pakistani communities in Britain started their journey at almost the same time. Yet in British politics, they are many times more advanced than Bangladeshis. From councillors to MPs and ministers, they are many times more advanced than Bangladeshis in terms of numbers and participation.
New Year's Honors List 2025 not include any British-Bangladeshi
New Year's Honors has been awarded to over 1200 recipients, but none of them are British-Bangladeshi.
Rupa Huq going to Bangladesh to see the changes
British Bangladeshi MP Dr. Rupa Huq is going to the country to see the changed current situation in Bangladesh. She said that, she is going to Bangladesh this January. Many changes have taken place since July. She wants to see the changes with her own eyes.
Farage's Whistle vs. Yunus's Horn: Power Dynamics in Britain and Bangladesh
There was a change of power in Britain and Bangladesh last July. The Labour Party and Dr. Yunus' government came to power, respectively. The Labour Party, led by Keir Starmer, came to power with huge public support after defeating the Conservative Party, which had been in power for 14 consecutive years, with a huge margin.
Barrister Razzak on the way of Bangladesh permanently
Barrister Abdur Razzak returning to Bangladesh on a permanent basis
Tulip in an embarrassing situation over her aunt-mother, and AL
Minister Tulip Siddiq has found herself in trouble in Britain over her political stance towards Bangladesh's autocratic Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina. Tulip is the daughter of Sheikh Hasina's sister, Sheikh Rehana.
AL MP-leaders seek political asylum in Britain; ministers on various visas
After the change of government in Bangladesh, former Awami League MPs and leaders have sought political asylum in Britain. The rest have come on various visas, including multiple-entry travel and investor. Former MP Nazrul Islam Babu has come to Switzerland. Leaders have also come to various European countries, including Portugal. Many have come to Saudi Arabia on year-round visas. Many powerful Awami League leaders have also been seen in Middle Eastern countries, including Dubai, in recent times.
Fee hike for 4 services including NVR, reaction in Bangladeshi community
The no visa fee for British passport holders and all foreign passport holders to travel to Bangladesh has been increased from £46 to £70 by government decision. When the news of this fee hike reached the Bangladeshi community in Britain on Friday afternoon, there was strong anger and reaction in the community.
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