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Last updated: 16th October 2022

Press Release

Foreign Minister Dr Momen calls on Sultan of Brunei Haji Hassanal Bolkiah

Dhaka, 15 October 2022:

Foreign Minister Dr. A K Abdul Momen, MP paid a courtesy call on His Majesty the Sultan of Brunei Haji Hassanal Bolkiah Mu'izzadin Waddaulah who arrived today on his first ever visit to Bangladesh.

Welcoming His Majesty the Sultan, Foreign Minister expressed gratitude and happiness at the auspicious visit and said that the visit would take the excellent bilateral relations between the two countries to new heights. Highlighting the phenomenal socio-economic development in Bangladesh under the visionary leadership of Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, Dr. Momen explained the successful handling of the pandemic in Bangladesh. He also stressed importance of further enhancing the trade between the two countries tapping into the un-utilised potentials for mutual benefit.

Lauding the contribution of the Bangladeshi expatriates in Brunei to the economy of both Bangladesh and Brunei, Foreign Minister conveyed the readiness of Bangladesh for providing required workforce to Brunei, including professional and skilled Human Resources. The Sultan admired the Bangladeshi expatriate workers in Brunei as hard working and sincere.

Taking part in the discussions, State Minister for Foreign Affairs Mr. Shahriar Alam MP told the Sultan that Bangladesh was ready for attracting FDI and encouraged Bruneian investment in Bangladesh.

Pointing to the ongoing inflationary pressures and volatility in the energy sector, Foreign Secretary (Senior Secretary) stressed the importance of a stronger bilateral and regional collaboration to cope with the prevailing challenges.

The Sultan expressed his happiness for being able to visit Bangladesh and looked forward to his engagements with President and Hon’ble Prime Minister.

2022-10-15

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