National and Independence Day of the People's Republic of Bangladesh.

“Diplomatic relations between the two

 countries are promising”.

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Speech by His Excellency MUHAMMAD ZULQAR NAIN ,  Ambassador of the Republic People of Bangladesh in Algiers.

Bangladesh Algeria relationship is based on a strong Foundation that stands on the common cultural values and traditions,and the struggle of their people to achieve independence and self-determination. The solid foundation got another boost when the father of the nation of Bangladesh Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman visited Algeria in 1973 and became close to the Algerian president Mr. Houari Boumedienne.

 

The historic relations between the two countries continued to grow over the years and both the countries did never look back. This was said by His Excellency Mr. Muhammad Zulqar Nain, Ambassador of Bangladesh to Algeria at the 52th Independence and National reception event hosted by him. This well attended event was graced by two Algerian ministers, Honourable Minister for Parliament, vocational Education Minister, members of Parliament, Ambassadors and the members of diplomatic corps, high officials, investors and businessmen.

 

The economy of Bangladesh has registered more than 7% increase growth during the last decade. As per IMF reduction, Bangladesh is poised to become the 23^rd largest economy by 2041. The economy development in Bangladesh has resulted the bilateral trade growth between Algeria and Bangladesh. Bangladesh has become one of the largest buyers of Algerian dates. Bangladesh imported 14000 tons of dates before the month of Ramadan in 2022. It also become interested to import Algerian oil and gas, olive and dried fruits.

 

Apart from providing the high quality interactions among the guests, the Reception of Bangladesh Embassy featured spectacular touristic and cultural documentaries that captured high attention of the distinguished audience about Bangladesh. The guests were also happy to relish a delightful array of culinary delights including the freshly cooked famous lamb biriyani from Bangladesh Embassy. The diplomatic relations between the two countries are also promising in the near future about 17 agreements / MoUs are now under forms to be signed very soon.