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From Daily Star · () English

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  • Prime Minister Tarique Rahman began an official visit to Cox's Bazar, Bangladesh, to inaugurate a canal re-excavation project and launch a nationwide tree plantation campaign.
  • The Prime Minister's itinerary also includes visiting Dulahazara Safari Park, laying foundation stones for new municipalities, and attending political rallies.
  • This marks Rahman's first visit to Cox's Bazar since assuming office following the February 12 elections, after returning to Bangladesh in December.

Prime Minister Tarique Rahman embarked on his first official visit to Cox's Bazar, Bangladesh, since assuming leadership after the February 12 elections. Departing from Dhaka by air, Rahman's agenda includes inaugurating the re-excavation of the Patli Canal and launching a nationwide tree plantation program aimed at planting 250 million trees over the next five years. The Prime Minister, accompanied by his spouse Dr. Zubaida Rahman, arrived at Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport early this morning before flying to Cox's Bazar. His visit also encompasses stops at Dulahazara Safari Park to launch the tree plantation initiative and Pekua to pay respects at the grave of martyr Md. Wasim and lay foundation stones for new municipalities. The day concludes with addresses at political rallies in Chakaria and a civic rally in the evening before his return to Dhaka.

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