President Mohammed Shahabuddin on Wednesday urged the international community including Canada to take strong steps to solve the Rohingya crisis.

He said this while the newly appointed High Commissioner of Canada to Bangladesh Ajit Singh presented his credentials.

Earlier, the envoy was given a guard of honor by a contingent of the Presidential Guard Regiment on his arrival at Bangabhaban.

Welcoming the new High Commissioner of Canada during the meeting, President Shahabuddin said that Canada is one of Bangladesh's development partners and trusted friends.

Pointing out that there is an investment-friendly environment in Bangladesh, the President urged Canadian investors to invest in Bangladesh's various sectors, including infrastructure and communication. 

He emphasized on exchanging visits at the government and private levels to exploit the trade and investment potential of the two countries.

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The President said the forcibly displaced Rohingyas from Myanmar are now a big challenge for Bangladesh. 

He urged the international community including Canada to take strong action so that the Rohingyas can return to their motherland with dignity.

Mentioning that the relationship between Bangladesh and Canada is gradually increasing, the President expressed hope that the existing relationship between the two countries will reach a new height during the tenure of the new High Commissioner.

During the meeting, High Commissioner Ajit Singh said that the labor force of Bangladesh is playing a positive role in Canada's economy. 

He said that his country's cooperation in socio-economic development of Bangladesh will continue in the future.

The new High Commissioner sought the full cooperation of the President in fulfilling his duties.

Secretaries concerned to the President were present during the meeting.