Dhaka: French Ambassador to Bangladesh Jean-Marc S©r©-Charlet highlighted on Monday that French companies are eager to expand their presence in Bangladesh, emphasizing the necessity of a business-friendly environment to facilitate this development. The Ambassador's remarks came during a courtesy call on Foreign Minister Dr Khalilur Rahman, where he was accompanied by the Heads of EU diplomatic missions. The discussions covered various issues of mutual interest.
According to United News of Bangladesh, the Ambassador congratulated the Foreign Minister on his new role and reiterated France's commitment to strengthening its long-standing partnership with Bangladesh. He also expressed the willingness to explore new collaborative initiatives between the two countries. The meeting underscored the importance of fostering a conducive environment for French enterprises to operate and grow in Bangladesh.
The Foreign Minister expressed gratitude to the European Union for its substantial support, particularly through the electoral observation mission, which played a significant role in the recent general elections. He highlighted the significance of EU-Bangladesh relations and the new government's intent to promote exchanges across various sectors, reinforcing the collaborative ties between Bangladesh and the EU.