Dhaka, Oct. 31 -- Foreign Affairs Adviser Md. Touhid Hossain on Friday underscored the need for global solidarity to address the growing threats of extremism and non-state armed groups.

Speaking at a special session titled 'Non-State Power and Influence: Regional and Transnational Challenges, during the 21st IISS Manama Dialogue, Adviser Hossain called for enhanced intelligence sharing, stronger border management, and effective financial oversight to counter transnational networks.

He said non-state actors exploit borders, illicit trade, displacement and digital spaces to advance radical agendas.

Stressing inclusive cooperation among governments, civil society and international partners, he said "the fight against extremism will ultima...