Fiji seeks stronger ties with Bangladesh

The Non-resident High commissioner of Bangladesh to Fiji, His Excellency Mohammad Sufiur Rahman paid a courtesy call to the Permanent Secretary for Foreign Affairs Mr Ioane Naivalurua at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Headquarters in Suva, today.

Mr Naivalurua congratulated H.E Mr Rahman for his appointment as the Non-resident High Commissioner of Bangladesh to Fiji. In a meeting, the counterparts discussed the key areas of cooperation to further strengthen the bilateral ties between the Republic of Fiji and People’s Republic of Bangladesh.

H.E Rahman also congratulated Fiji for being elected to the Human Rights Council (UNHRC). He said it was a great achievement for Fiji to be recognised for its leadership in advancing and protecting the human rights.

The discussions also highlighted the potential opportunities that Bangladesh offers to Fiji in terms of trade and investment.

The meeting ended on a high note with the counterparts exchanging information on the way forward to broaden the collaboration between the two countries in areas of climate change, peacekeeping and socioeconomic development.

This year marks the 46 years of enhanced diplomatic relations and partnership between Republic of Fiji and the People’s Republic of Bangladesh.