Bangladesh High Commissioner proposes parliamentary friendship group with Maldives

Bangladesh High Commissioner to the Maldives Dr Md Nazmul Islam met Maldivian Parliament Speaker Abdul Raheem Abdulla in Male today, proposing a parliamentary friendship group to strengthen bilateral relations.

During the meeting, they discussed enhancing parliamentary communication, institutional cooperation and parliamentary diplomacy, according to a press release issued by the Bangladesh High Commission.

The proposed “Bangladesh-Maldives Parliamentary Friendship Group” would provide a platform for regular communication and experience-sharing between lawmakers of the two countries. The Speaker expressed keen interest and assured that steps would be taken soon.

The High Commissioner said parliamentary diplomacy could deepen bilateral ties and facilitate cooperation in economic development, education, public welfare and labour migration.

He also highlighted the contributions of Bangladeshi expatriates to the Maldivian economy. In response, the Speaker praised their role in sustaining the country's economy and supporting its development.

The meeting reaffirmed the longstanding friendly relations between Bangladesh and the Maldives. The two sides exchanged mementoes representing their respective national traditions and cultures at the end of the meeting.