Minister of Foreign Affairs (Bangladesh)

The Minister of Foreign Affairs of Bangladesh is the cabinet minister responsible for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the foreign policy of Bangladesh. The Minister is a senior member of the Government of Bangladesh and reports directly to the Prime Minister. The primary responsibility of the Minister of Foreign Affairs is to represent Bangladesh in international forums, promote the country's interests abroad, and maintain diplomatic relations with other nations and international organizations.

Key responsibilities include:

• Developing and implementing Bangladesh's foreign policy.
• Representing Bangladesh in international organizations, such as the United Nations, the Commonwealth, and the Organization of Islamic Cooperation.
• Negotiating treaties and agreements with other countries.
• Promoting trade and investment opportunities for Bangladesh.
• Protecting the interests of Bangladeshi citizens living abroad.
• Overseeing the operations of Bangladeshi embassies and consulates around the world.
• Advising the Prime Minister on foreign policy matters.

The Minister is supported by a team of civil servants within the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, including the Foreign Secretary, who is the administrative head of the Ministry. The Minister is appointed by the President of Bangladesh on the advice of the Prime Minister. The office is a key position within the Bangladeshi government, reflecting the importance of foreign relations in the country's development and security.