First Executive Committee Election of France-Bangladesh Journalist Association (FBJA) Held in Paris.The first executive committee election of the France-Bangladesh Journalist Association (FBJA), a prominent platform for Bangladeshi journalists in France, was held on April 5 in a festive and peaceful atmosphere at a renowned restaurant hall in Paris.

Members from various professional journalism organizations cast their votes directly to elect the new committee.Elected Office Bearers Include Coord inator: Mohammad Mahbub Hossain, France corres pondent of Naya Diganta,Joint Coordinator: Moha mmad Kamruzzaman, France correspondent of Amar Desh,Spokesperson: Mohammad Arif Ullah, journalist at France 24,Joint Spokesperson: Mosaddeque Hossain Saiful, France correspondent of Nagorik TV,Treasurer: Habibullah Fahad, Paris correspondent of Dhaka Mail,In their post-election remarks, the newly elected leaders expressed their commitment to enhancing professional cooperation, improving journalistic skills, and strengthening mutual relations among members. They emphasized that FBJA will play a vital role in highlighting the stories of the Bangladeshi community in France and bridging connections with mainstream French media.The organization has announced upcoming initiatives including training programs, workshops, and networking sessions for journalists.Heads of Specialized Cells:Migration Watch Editor: Niaz Mahmud Head of Communication & Public Relations: Tanvir Ahmed Toha, Editor of Tekhna Bangla member.

Training & Skill Development: Senior Journalist Nazmul Hasan Raju,TV & Multimedia Member: M A Hashem,

Print Media Member: Abdullah Al Mamun, Editor of CT Post,Planning & Event Management Coordinator: Momin Bin Mahmud Ansari, France correspondent of BanglaNews24.General Members Include Sardar Hasan Elias (former representative, Dainik Ittafaq), Tanim, Zakir Hossain (former reporter, Jaijaidin), Md. Mamunur Rashid (France correspondent, Ekhon TV), Saiful Islam (Desh Protidin and Asia TV), and Yeashir

Arafat Khokon (France correspondent, Banglavision & Desh Rupantor).The newly elected committee reaffirmed its commitment to the development and future roadmap of the FBJA.

Economist/6April/ZI/Paris