Dhaka: President Mohammed Shahabuddin has urged Malaysian investors to increase their investments in various sectors, particularly in the Special Economic Zones (SEZs), in Bangladesh. The call came as the new High Commissioner of Malaysia in Dhaka, Mohd. Shuhada Othman, presented his credentials to the President at Bangabhaban this noon.
According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, President Shahabuddin warmly welcomed the new Malaysian High Commissioner to Bangladesh and highlighted the excellent bilateral ties between Malaysia and Bangladesh across different sectors, including trade and investment. President’s Press Secretary Md Joynal Abedin relayed that the recent visit of the Malaysian Prime Minister to Dhaka has opened a new chapter in the bilateral relations between the two countries.
President Shahabuddin emphasized Malaysia as a key destination for Bangladeshi manpower, noting the significant role that the Bangladeshi labor force plays in the economic development of both nations. He requested the Mala
ysian government to take effective steps regarding approximately 18,000 Bangladeshi workers who previously faced delays in going to Malaysia.
Highlighting Bangladesh as Malaysia’s second-largest trading partner in South Asia, President Shahabuddin expressed hope that bilateral trade and investment relations would continue to grow. He also mentioned Malaysia’s upcoming chairmanship of ASEAN and expressed optimism that Malaysia would support Bangladesh’s bid to become a Sectoral Dialogue Partner of ASEAN.
The President expressed confidence that the new High Commissioner would take necessary measures to elevate the existing relationship to new heights during his tenure in Bangladesh. During the meeting, High Commissioner Othman expressed his commitment to enhancing bilateral trade and investment and sought the President’s cooperation in fulfilling his duties.
President’s Office Senior Secretary Nasimul Ghani and Military Secretary Major General Mohammad Adil Chowdhury were present at the meeting. In a ceremon
ial welcome, a horse-mounted contingent of the Presidential Guard Regiment accorded an honor guard to the High Commissioner upon his arrival at Bangabhaban.