Dhaka, March 15 -- Karamot Ullah Biplob, secretary general of the South Asian Climate Change Journalists Forum, has been awarded the prestigious Golden Residency Visa by the United Arab Emirates, becoming the first Bangladeshi journalist to receive this honour.

The UAE Media Council recognized Biplob in the "Expert Journalist" category, citing his significant contributions to journalism, particularly his reporting on migrant worker issues and climate change.

This distinction grants him long-term residency and access to various benefits, including education, healthcare, business opportunities, and government event invitations.

"This recognition underscores the UAE government's commitment to fostering humanitarian journalism," said a spo...