আমি সবাইকে তুমি করে বলি, ওকে। (এটি বলার পরে আমার ডকুমেন্টস গুলো নিয়ে বাকি দুইজন বোর্ড সদস্যকে জানালেন - নাম, কোথায় পড়াশোনা করেছি এবং বর্তমান কর্মস্থল সম্পর্কে)

পছন্দক্রম গুলো বলেন।

বললাম। (পররাষ্ট্র, প্রশাসন, পুলিশ)

What is diplomacy?

Diplomacy is the art and practice of conducting negotiations and managing international relations between countries or groups through dialogue, communication, and peaceful means, rather than force, to achieve national interests, resolve conflicts, build alliances, and foster cooperation. It involves representatives (diplomats) using tools like treaties, negotiations, and summits to navigate complex global issues like trade, security, and human rights, acting as the primary tool for implementing foreign policy.

What type of diplomacy does Bangladesh have?

Bangladesh employs a pragmatic, balanced, and "nation-centric" diplomacy, heavily leveraging multilateralism (UN, WTO) with principles of "Friendship towards all, malice towards none," while increasingly focusing on Economic Diplomacy, especially for trade, investment, and development, alongside crucial Climate Diplomacy to address global impacts, all guided by national interest and sustainable development goals.

What do you mean by bilateral and multilateral?

Bilateral means involving two parties (countries, entities), like a trade deal between just the US and Mexico, focusing on specific issues with faster talks; while multilateral means involving three or more parties, such as the WTO, tackling broader global goals with more complex negotiations but broader impact. Think of bilateral as a private chat, and multilateral as a large conference.

What is trade diplomacy and its importance on the perspective of Bangladesh?

Trade diplomacy is the use of diplomatic skills and strategies to promote a country's trade interests and resolve trade disputes with other nations, focusing on achieving national economic objectives through international cooperation and negotiations. For Bangladesh, trade diplomacy is of paramount importance, especially with its upcoming graduation from Least Developed Country (LDC) status, to secure market access, attract foreign investment, and sustain its economic growth trajectory.

What is TRIPS?

TRIPS primarily refers to the WTO's Agreement on Trade-Related Aspects of Intellectual Property Rights, a global accord setting minimum standards for protecting patents, copyrights, trademarks, and other IP, balancing innovation incentives with access to knowledge. It's a foundational part of international trade, ensuring IP protection across borders, but the word "trip" also simply means a journey or voyage, as in a "vacation trip".

What is TRIMS?

Trade-Related Investment Measures (TRIMs), a WTO agreement regulating investment rules that distort trade, like local content requirements.

As a diplomat what types of role will you play?

As a diplomat, I would play several key roles focused on representing my country's interests, fostering international cooperation, and promoting peace and security. These roles include: 1. Negotiator: Leading discussions and bargaining with representatives of other nations, international organizations, and non-governmental entities to reach agreements, resolve disputes, and form treaties on a wide range of issues, such as trade, climate change, or arms control. 2. Representative: Acting as the official voice and face of my home government abroad. This involves explaining and defending my country's policies, values, and positions to foreign governments and international bodies. 3. Analyst and Reporter: Observing and analyzing political, economic, and social developments in the host country, and providing detailed, timely reports back to my home government to inform policy decisions. 4. Protector of Citizens: Assisting my fellow citizens traveling or living abroad, addressing their concerns, and providing support and services in accordance with international and local laws. 5. Promoter: Encouraging friendly relations, and promoting my country's culture, business interests, and educational opportunities in the host nation to enhance mutual understanding and economic ties. 6. Mediator/Peacemaker: Working to facilitate communication and build trust between conflicting parties, often within international organizations like the United Nations, to prevent conflict escalation and achieve peaceful resolutions. 7. Information Gatherer: Within legal and ethical bounds, gathering information on the host nation's plans and intentions to better anticipate future developments and inform national strategy.

Suppose you are on a global platform. Give a speech on 'Bangladesh is not a terrorist country'

Speech: “Bangladesh Is Not a Terrorist Country” Honourable Chair, distinguished guests, ladies and gentlemen, Today, I stand before you to state clearly and confidently that Bangladesh is not a terrorist country. Bangladesh was born in 1971 through a historic struggle for freedom, democracy, and human dignity. Our Constitution is firmly rooted in the principles of nationalism, democracy, secularism, and social justice. Terrorism has no place in these ideals, nor in the values of the Bangladeshi people. It is true that, like many countries in the world, Bangladesh has faced challenges from extremist groups. However, facing terrorism does not define a nation as terrorist. What truly defines a nation is how it responds. Bangladesh has responded with zero tolerance. Our law-enforcement agencies, intelligence services, and judiciary have taken strong and coordinated action to dismantle extremist networks. As a result, terrorism incidents have significantly declined, and Bangladesh is now internationally recognised as a success story in counter-terrorism. Bangladesh actively cooperates with the United Nations and international partners to combat terrorism, money laundering, and violent extremism. Our commitment to global peace is also reflected in our leading role in UN peacekeeping missions, where Bangladeshi forces serve with professionalism and sacrifice across the world. Most importantly, the people of Bangladesh reject extremism. Our society is culturally diverse, religiously tolerant, and deeply committed to peaceful coexistence. The overwhelming majority of our citizens believe in education, development, and dialogue—not violence. Therefore, any attempt to label Bangladesh as a terrorist country is not only inaccurate but also unjust. Bangladesh is a peace-loving, responsible, and resilient nation, determined to protect its people and contribute positively to the global community. Let us judge nations not by isolated incidents, but by their values, actions, and commitment to peace. Thank you.

বর্তমান সরকারের ইমেজ সংকট এড়াতে বিশ্ব দরবারে কোন কোন পদক্ষেপ নিবে, স্পেসিফিক ৩ টি কারণ বলুন।

বর্তমান সরকারের ইমেজ সংকট কাটাতে বিশ্ব দরবারে গণতন্ত্র ও মানবাধিকারের সুরক্ষা, স্বচ্ছ ও অংশগ্রহণমূলক নির্বাচন নিশ্চিতকরণ, এবং রোহিঙ্গা সংকট ও জলবায়ু পরিবর্তনের মতো বৈশ্বিক ইস্যুতে কার্যকর ভূমিকা—এই তিনটি মূল পদক্ষেপ নেওয়া জরুরি, যা আন্তর্জাতিক মহলে সরকারের গ্রহণযোগ্যতা বাড়াবে এবং দেশের ভাবমূর্তি উন্নত করবে।

ডক্টর মুহাম্মদ ইউনুসের 3 zero theory এর সাথে আরেকটি জিরো লাগানোর সুযোগ পেলে তুমি কোনটি যোগ করতে?

Zero Terrorism বলেছিলাম।

What do you know about "One China policy"?

The "One China" policy is a diplomatic stance where countries, like the U.S., recognize the People's Republic of China (PRC) as the sole legal government of China, while acknowledging (but not necessarily endorsing) Beijing's claim over Taiwan, allowing unofficial relations with Taiwan and maintaining strategic ambiguity about defending it. It differs from the PRC's stricter "One China Principle" (which asserts Taiwan is part of the PRC) and allows countries to navigate complex relations, providing diplomatic space but creating tension over Taiwan's sovereignty.

Bangladesh - Taiwan relationship সম্পর্কে বলো?

Answered. (Specially we have trade relationship with Taiwan but no diplomatic relationship)

What do you know about Global Zero?

Global Zero is the international movement advocating for the elimination of all nuclear weapons, bringing together world leaders, experts, and grassroots activists to push for a world free from nuclear threats, promoting phased reductions, and building public awareness through policy work, media, and youth engagement, though operations were suspended in late 2023.

Ok, Shariful. তোমার ডকুমেন্টস গুলো কালেক্ট করো। শুভ কামনা থাকলো তোমার জন্য।

আমি সালাম দিয়ে বের হয়ে আসলাম।