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Rahman: my guide in Rohingya regions

Sharif Khiam and Abdur Rahman | 2018

Every dedicated reporter working outside of the capital deserves my respect. Because they each perform like a one-man army. As a correspondent of one or more Dhaka-based media outlets, they always cover a wide range of topics, including politics, crime, courts, sports, and entertainment. However, they never get enough acknowledgement from their offices. As I began my reporting career in a divisional town in South Bengal, I was typically aware of this exploitation of Dhaka. Even now, the situation hasn't improved significantly. This is fortunate for Bangladeshi journalism since remote reporters are constantly motivated by their own interests. Abdur Rahman is one of my top three beloved journalists covering the countryside. He is my favourite tour guide in Rohingya-populated regions. Having him as a brother-in-arms boosts my productivity.