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Last updated: 11th September 2023

Press Release

Dhaka, 10 September 2023:

Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina had a very fruitful meeting with the Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammad Bin Salman this morning in New Delhi on the sidelines of the G20 Leaders’ Summit. Prince Salman appreciated Bangladesh Prime Minister for her inspirational leadership in achieving remarkable socio-economic development in Bangladesh over the recent years. He said that Bangladesh and Saudi Arabia would work together to enhance cooperation in all possible areas and assured Bangladesh Prime Minister of his full support in this regard.

Prince Salman expressed his satisfaction about the ongoing investment issues made by the Saudi investors in various projects in Bangladesh, including Patenga Container Terminal, ACWA Power in the Renewable Energy projects. He mentioned with gratitude that nearly 2.8 million Bangladeshis are making significant contribution to his country’s economy with their hard work and due diligence. Prince Salman also thanked Bangladesh Prime Minister for supporting Saudi Arabia's bid for hosting the Riyadh Expo 2030.

Bangladesh Prime Minister congratulated the Saudi Crown Prince for embarking on and achieving a number of social reforms in Saudi Arabia and for attaining remarkable diplomatic successes in recent times. She also invited him to visit Bangladesh. Prince Salman accepted her invitation and expressed his willingness to undertake a visit shortly to Bangladesh.

2023-09-10

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