Speaking at the inauguration ceremony, the prime minister said the government would continue efforts to secure recognition of Bangla as an official UN language. “In time, we may consider whether the Amar Ekushey Book Fair could be organized as the Amar Ekushey International Book Fair,” he said, emphasizing the need to strengthen reading habits and increase research-based publications. ArrangementsA total of 549 publishing houses are participating in this year’s fair, 81 at Bangla Academy and 468 at Suhrawardy Udyan, comprising 1,018 units. The prime minister formally inaugurated the fair at 3:12pm. Prime Minister Tarique Rahman was accompanied by his wife Dr Zubaida Rahman and daughter Barrister Zaima Rahman.

Source: Dhaka Tribune February 26, 2026 18:35 UTC