During the meeting, the President appreciated the proactive role of the Australian high commissioner in strengthening bilateral relations between the two countries.
President’s Press Secretary Joynal Abedin briefed reporters after the meeting.
Hamid said the trade and investment ties between Bangladesh and Australia are getting stronger day by day.
He hoped that the bilateral ties would further be strengthened in the coming days.
Referring to the recent Australian bushfires, the President expressed profound sorrow and sympathy at the casualties and damage.
The envoy expressed her gratitude to the President for his continuous support during her assignment here.
About recent high-level visit-exchanges between the representatives of two countries, she mentioned that such visits took the bilateral relation to a new height.
She also lauded the 'outstanding' performance of Bangladesh in disaster management.
The Australian high commissioner expressed her hope that her country would play a very positive role in trade and investment.
Secretaries concerned to the President were present during the meeting.