Mecca Pact Diplomacy: Bangladesh says it sees “no risk” in joining the Saudi-Turkiye-Pakistan Makkah Joint Defence Agreement, stressing a flexible foreign policy and that other partnerships won’t be restricted, as talks continue with bilateral partners. Regional Defence Talks: Turkey, Saudi Arabia and Pakistan will hold their first Istanbul meeting since signing the pact, with foreign and defence chiefs set to formalise a strategic committee. UNGA Leadership: Foreign Minister Dr Khalilur Rahman has left Dhaka to assume the 81st UN General Assembly presidency, pledging to rebuild trust and create space for consensus. Enforced Disappearance Law: The JS Committee has approved an Enforced Disappearance Prevention and Remedy Bill, sending it to Parliament after detailed scrutiny. Education Policy: A special distance allowance is set for teachers in char and remote areas, while the government also pushes technical education and self-employment for youth. Dhaka Metro Cost Cuts: Metro Line-1 and Line-5 revised budgets are expected to be reduced by at least Tk4,800 crore after a fresh review. Economy & Finance: Bangladesh Bank reports FY26 net profit of Tk25,977 crore and sets a Tk2,000cr pre-financing fund to support frozen food exports; meanwhile, advisers warn the banking NPL picture is still fragile. Crime & Politics: BNP and Chhatra Dal leaders were arrested over a Tk40 lakh gold robbery at Dhaka airport, and RAB arrested a prime suspect in a schoolteacher killing within 24 hours. Security Incident: A reported drug-trade clash in Gendaria left three people shot, including a woman. Trade & Industry: Imports from India keep rising despite restrictions, and business leaders warn energy supply must stabilise before courting new investors. Infrastructure & Logistics: APM Terminals has started construction of the $550m Laldia container terminal in Chattogram, aiming to boost regional logistics capacity.