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Yunus undergoes minor medical procedure at CMH

News —18 October, 2024 17:10

Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus underwent a minor medical procedure to remove a skin lesion at the Combined Military Hospital (CMH), Dhaka, on Thursday. He resumed his duties this morning (Friday), the chief adviser's press wing said today. Prof Yunus will meet leaders of several political parties on Saturday as part of the ongoing dialogue with them.

Yunus undergoes minor medical procedure at CMH

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