Liberation War Affairs Minister AKM Mozammel Huq has interacted with a group of Turkish civil society, academic and media personalities of Istanbul, where he highlighted the growing ties between the two countries.
The minister briefed them about the historical context of the 1971 Liberation War and the emergence of Bangladesh as an independent and sovereign nation under the courageous and visionary leadership of Father of the Nation Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman.
He also highlighted the phenomenal socio-economic developments of Bangladesh under the guidance and stewardship of Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina.
The Consulate General of Bangladesh in Istanbul organised the event.
Consul General Dr Mohammad Monirul Islam termed this particular visit a significant moment in Bangladesh-Turkey bilateral relations as it is taking place at a time when the people of Bangladesh are celebrating two historic occasions, the birth centenary of Father of the Nation Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman and the golden jubilee of independence.
He also outlined the contours of the Bangladesh-Turkey friendship, especially the recent developments in the political understanding and expansion of business and economic engagements between the two countries.
During his visit to the Bangladesh Consulate in Istanbul, the minister briefed the mission officials on the development plans and programmes of the government and thanked them for making relentless efforts to promote the image of Bangladesh in Turkey.