Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina on Monday said she is looking forward to working with the President-elect of Brazil to further strengthen political and economic relations for the benefit of the people of the two countries.
“At the same time, we can also work for world peace and prosperity during these difficult times when we are still recovering from the pandemic and facing the consequences of the Ukraine crisis,” she said in a message to the President-elect of Brazil, Luis Inacio Lula da Silva.
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“On behalf of the government and the people of Bangladesh, and on my own behalf, I have the great pleasure of conveying our heartiest congratulations to you on your remarkable victory in the Presidential elections of Brazil,” she said.
Hasina said that Bangladesh and Brazil enjoy excellent bilateral relations marked by more extensive engagement in trade and investments for mutual benefits.
“The bond between the two friendly nations is deepening and widening over time,” she said.
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The Prime Minister wished him good health and happiness and continued progress and prosperity for the people of Brazil.