Dhaka, Dec. 19 -- Dhaka has assured the diplomats of adequate security arrangements for their personnel and premises ahead of the 13th Parliamentary election and national referendum, amid heightened political activity and international concern over law and order.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs on Thursday briefed the diplomats stationed in Dhaka on the interim government's updated preparations and security arrangements.

The briefing, held at the State Guest House Padma in the afternoon, was led by Foreign Secretary Ambassador Asad Alam Siam and attended by development partners, foreign diplomats and key stakeholders.

According to officials, the foreign secretary informed the diplomats about the overall political and security situation...