Commonwealth scholars get briefing
The British Council in Dhaka yesterday organised a pre-departure briefing for the winners of this year’s Commonwealth Scholarship, who are expected to leave Dhaka from next week, said a press release.
During the briefing, British Council -- on behalf of the Commonwealth Scholarship Commission -- provided the scholars with several useful information and tips about various topics, including visa, accommodation, medical facilities and food.
The event was held at the auditorium of British Council on Fuller Road. The 50 recipients of the scholarship for 2019-20 and several fellows from different parts of the country attended the event, the press release said.
Tawseef Mannan Khan, regional coordinator of South Asia Commonwealth Scholarship, conducted the briefing, while Faye Nicholls, deputy director of British Council Bangladesh, also spoke on the occasion.
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