German Ambassador to Bangladesh Achim Troster has said the Padma Bridge is a symbol for connecting Bangladesh’s past with a bright future, noting that it is not just connecting two riversides. "It will immensely contribute to trade, tourism, investment and regional connectivity. Bangladesh has every reason to be proud of that hugely impressive bridge," he said on Sunday. The German envoy who joined the celebrations on Saturday said this 6.15km bridge will not only support an area that has been poorly served by the road network, it will also accelerate socio-economic development of millions of people in the Southwestern part of the country.  He congratulated the people of Bangladesh and Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina for making the long cherished Padma Bridge a reality.  Read: Dhaka seeks enhanced role of UN development system "This is really a milestone in the history of Bangladesh’s remarkable development," said the envoy.  This huge and beautiful bridge is a technical masterpiece and gives evidence to the whole world of what Bangladesh is capable of achieving, he said. The ambassador said it is now visible for everybody that Bangladesh has definitely left behind the status of a Least Developed Country.  "Personally, I am very delighted to be a part of this historic inauguration," he mentioned. The envoy said bridges are important elements for connection, cooperation and growth. "Padma Bridge is a vital project in the national road network of Bangladesh."