Kathmandu: The Bangladesh Embassy in Kathmandu recently organized a ‘Meet and Greet with the Ambassador,’ a modest gathering aimed at bringing together Nepali doctors who pursued their medical education in Bangladesh.
According to United News of Bangladesh, the event sought to establish a broader alumni platform for medical professionals to promote mutual collaboration, with the Bangladesh Embassy providing coordination and support. The Bangladesh Ambassador was present, engaging with the esteemed doctors and acknowledging the historical ties between Bangladesh and Nepal, emphasized through shared cultural and educational links.
In his welcome remarks, the Ambassador praised the contributions of medical professionals to Nepal’s society and economy, stressing the need for an organized alumni community to act as a bridge between the two nations. He noted the untapped potential of such a network, describing the event as a preliminary step toward forming a proposed alumni association. This platform is envisioned to enhance interaction, networking, and collaboration, thereby bolstering bilateral cooperation.
The gathering saw attendance from around 80 doctors and medical practitioners, ranging from seasoned professionals who graduated in the 1970s to recent graduates from the class of 2025. Participants shared their experiences in Bangladesh and offered insightful suggestions for the proposed alumni association, demonstrating strong enthusiasm and a deep connection with the country.
Embassy officials took note of the participants’ views and suggestions, and the event concluded with a dinner featuring traditional Bangladeshi cuisine. The Embassy expressed gratitude to all attendees for their active participation and reaffirmed its commitment to enhancing Bangladesh-Nepal relations through increased people-to-people contact and academic cooperation.