Prime Minister Tarique Rahman has donated Tk 1 crore to Bangladesh Red Crescent Society (BDRCS) to purchase emergency medicines and medical equipment to assist injured people in Iran amid the current situation in the Middle East.
The donation was provided on April 6, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs said on Thursday, as BDRCS handed over a consignment of medical supplies, surgical accessories, hygiene parcels, and dignity kits to support affected people.
Secretary General of BDRCS Dr Kabir M Ashraf Alam formally delivered the assistance to the Ambassador of Iran to Bangladesh, Jalil Rahimi Jahanabadi, at a ceremony held at the Embassy of Iran in Dhaka in the morning.
Secretary (Bilateral) of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Dr Md Nazrul Islam and Director General of the West Asia Wing Md Humayun Kabir were also present.
BDRCS Director of Logistics and Community Development Mohammad Lutfor Rahman and Director of Health Prof Brigadier General Dr SM Humayun Kabir (Retd) were also present.
Dr Nazrul Islam expressed deep concern and sorrow over the significant loss of lives and property due to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East.
He reiterated Bangladesh’s firm stance in favour of peace and expressed hope that the crisis would be resolved through diplomatic efforts, leading to lasting peace in the region, according to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Speaking at the function, Dr Kabir said the Bangladesh Red Crescent Society stands with people in their most vulnerable moments, guided by humanity and solidarity.
“Under the global umbrella of the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies, partner societies support one another in times of need. In this spirit, we are proud to extend our support to the Iranian Red Crescent Society, reinforcing our shared commitment to serve those affected by crises,” he said.
The Iranian ambassador expressed gratitude to the Prime Minister of Bangladesh for the humanitarian initiative.
He highlighted the deep and friendly relations between Bangladesh and Iran and expressed sincere gratitude for the compassion and support extended by the people of Bangladesh during this difficult time.