Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended his heartfelt congratulations to 22nd president-elect of Bangladesh Md Shahabuddin. In a congratulatory message to Mohammad Shahabuddin recently, the Indian Prime Minister said, “On behalf of the Government and the people of India, I wish to extend warmest congratulations to you on your election as the President of the People's Republic of Bangladesh.” “Your contribution as a freedom fighter and experience as a jurist brings great value to this high office,” said Narendra Modi in the message. The Prime Minister said that the two countries have a unique bilateral relationship which is firmly rooted in countries’ shared sacrifices and is nurtured by vibrant cultural and people-to-people ties. Read more: Putin congratulates President-elect of Bangladesh Md Shahabuddin “As a close friend of Bangladesh, we remain steadfast in our commitment to further deepen this multifaceted partnership for the benefit of the people of both our countries. I am confident that under your visionary leadership our engagement will continue to grow from strength to strength,” the Indian premier added. He wished the president-elect good health and success.

President of the Russian Federation Vladimir Putin has congratulated President-elect of Bangladesh Mohammad Shahabuddin. In a congratulatory message to Mohammad Shahabuddin recently, the Russian President said, "Please accept my sincere congratulations on your election as the President of the People’s Republic of Bangladesh." President Putin said the two countries have been maintaining traditionally friendly relations. Read more: Russia a tested friend; no adverse impacts on existing relations: MoFA Spokesperson "I hope that your work during the presidential tenure will promote further development of constructive cooperation between Russia and Bangladesh in various fields," said the Russian President. He wished President-elect Shahabuddin success, sound health and well-being. The Russian Embassy in Dhaka shared the message with media on Tuesday.