Valletta:Valletta Mayor Olaf McKay and Honorary Consul of Malta to Bangladesh Shoeb Chowdhury met on Monday to explore ways to enhance bilateral relations between Malta and Bangladesh, focusing on preserving and promoting their ancient cultures on the global stage.
According to United News of Bangladesh, the meeting took place in Valletta, Malta's capital, where discussions centered on utilizing modern technology for cultural exchange and tourism. Mayor McKay emphasized Valletta's transformation while maintaining its 7,500-year-old historical heritage, highlighting the city's status as a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1980. He expressed intentions to showcase Malta's cultural heritage more extensively worldwide.
Honorary Consul Shoeb Chowdhury proposed the integration of artificial intelligence and digital ecosystems into international tourism. He suggested using virtual technology to allow global history enthusiasts and tourists to explore Valletta's heritage easily. He remarked on the potential of modern technology to strengthen diplomatic, economic, and cultural ties between Malta and Bangladesh.
During the meeting, Chowdhury invited Mayor McKay to visit Dhaka, an invitation the mayor accepted, expressing his hope to visit Bangladesh when convenient. Executive Secretary of the Valletta Local Council Gabriella Agius and Editor-in-Chief of The Asian Age Dr. Jesmin Chowdhury also attended the meeting. The meeting concluded with Mayor McKay presenting a special crest of Valletta to Consul Chowdhury.