The British Council has marked 75 years of operations in Bangladesh with a ceremony at its Dhaka office. Sophie, the Duchess of Edinburgh, attended the event, recognizing the long-standing educational and cultural ties between Bangladesh and the United Kingdom.
12 November 2026, 3:23 PM
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The British Council celebrated 75 years of its operations in Bangladesh with a colorful ceremony held at its office in Dhaka. The event highlighted the organization's long history of work in promoting education, the English language, arts, and culture since it first established an office in the capital in 1951.
The Duchess of Edinburgh, Sophie, added a special dimension to this year's celebration with her presence. Her attendance was seen as a recognition of the long-term educational and cultural bonds between Bangladesh and the United Kingdom.
A Gathering of Partners and Alumni
The event brought together former students, change-makers, leaders from various institutions, and partners associated with the British Council's longstanding role in education, creativity, and international partnerships. The program also featured the work and experiences of young people connected to the organization's various initiatives and collaborations.
