Bangladesh has urged enhanced international cooperation to counter the evolving threat of terrorism, warning that extremist groups are increasingly exploiting artificial intelligence, encrypted communications, virtual assets and other digital technologies.
Ambassador Salahuddin Noman Chowdhury, Bangladesh’s Permanent Representative to the UN, reaffirmed the country’s policy of “zero tolerance” towards terrorism and violent extremism in all forms.
The ambassador was speaking at the UN General Assembly debate on the United Nations Global Counter‑Terrorism Strategy,
He highlighted Bangladesh’s comprehensive legal and institutional framework to combat terrorism and terror financing, supported by close coordination among law enforcement agencies.
He stressed that counter‑terrorism measures must remain firmly grounded in the rule of law and respect for human rights. He also called for stronger international action to address the root causes of terrorism, as well as combating Islamophobia and hate speech.
