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.

UK Care Jobs: A Trap for Migrants?

April 22, 2025

Dreams Turned Nightmare: Exploitation and Uncertainty Plague Newly Arrived Care Workers in UK

Apsana Begum Champions Trans Inclusion Amidst Court Ruling Debate

April 18, 2025

British Bangladeshi Labour MP Apsana Begum is demonstrating her unwavering commitment to equality and inclusion by emphasizing the need to support the transgender community following a recent landmark Supreme Court ruling. While the court clarified the definition of "woman" and "sex" in the Equality Act 2010 as strictly biological, Begum has voiced her strong belief in ensuring dignity and safety for transgender individuals.

Hay Fever: Are British Bangladeshis More Affected as Nitrogen Levels Rise?

April 17, 2025

As spring paints the UK landscape, the annual surge of hay fever grips millions. While the overall prevalence is significant, affecting roughly one in four individuals, a pressing question lingers: does the British Bangladeshi community, along with other ethnic groups like British Pakistanis and British Indians, experience a different burden of this seasonal allergy? Adding to the concern, a recent study published in The Lancet Planetary Health unveils a potential link between nitrogen-fertilised grasslands and a dramatic increase in pollen production and allergenic potency, a factor that could disproportionately impact susceptible populations.

Zia-Jamaat Meeting: Silent Confirmation, Loud Speculation

April 15, 2025

A hush has fallen over political circles in the UK and Bangladesh following a clandestine meeting between former Prime Minister and BNP Chairperson Khaleda Zia, and top leaders of Jamaat-e-Islami. The encounter, held at the Kingston residence of Khaleda Zia’s son, BNP Acting Chairperson Tarique Rahman, has sparked intense speculation, with both parties remaining tight-lipped about the details.

South Asians Vulnerable as UK Misinfo Fuels Anti-Immigrant Hate

April 15, 2025

South Asians UK Inquiry: Misinformation Fueling Anti-Immigrant Violence Highlights Risks for South Asian Communities

Boishakh in Britain: Where Heritage Celebrates, Amidst Cultural Crossroads

April 13, 2025

As April 14, 2025, dawns, the jubilant spirit of Pohela Boishakh will resonate through Bengali communities across the United Kingdom, marking the Bengali New Year.

From Sylhet Shores to City Suites: British Bangladeshi Ascent and Evolving Legacy

April 12, 2025

The British Bangladeshi story is a compelling narrative of resilience, adaptation, and remarkable progress.