Outgoing Iranian Ambassador to Bangladesh Mohammad Reza Nafar has appreciated Bangladesh government’s quest for development and peace in its strides for economic emancipation. He also appreciated the "capable and courageous" leadership of Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina. The Ambassador conveyed his Iranian government’s eagerness to work more closely with Bangladesh in areas of mutual interests. Also read: Iranian President lauds Bangladesh's robust development The outgoing Ambassador made the remarks when he met State Minister for Foreign Affairs Md Shahriar Alam at his office on Monday. The State Minister congratulated the Ambassador on the successful completion of his tour of duty in Bangladesh. During the meeting, the State Minister commended the Ambassador for his efforts to boost the bilateral ties between Bangladesh and Iran during his tenure. He enquired about the overall situations in Iran, including Covid-19 management, and extended thanks to the Iranian government for measures taken to contain and control the pandemic. The State Minister said both Bangladesh and Iran have many areas to explore for mutual benefits including cooperation in the field of education, trade and commerce, stressing that both countries should find scopes for further engagements in the areas above. Also read: Partial results show pro-Iran groups losing Iraq election The Iranian Ambassador expressed gratitude to Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina and Foreign Minister Dr AK Abdul Momen for their kind support and cooperation in discharging responsibilities as Ambassador in Bangladesh.

The 32nd death anniversary of Imam Khomeini, the founder of the Islamic Revolution in Iran was commemorated in Dhaka Thursday through a webinar. Diplomats, scholars, analysts, and academics attended the seminar organised by Iran Cultural Centre in Dhaka and paid tribute to the struggle of Imam Khomeini. Iranian Ambassador to Bangladesh Mohammad Reza Nafar, Cultural Counsellor of Iran Cultural Centre in Dhaka Syed Hasan Sehat, former election commissioner of Bangladesh Brigadier General (retd) M Sakhawat Hossain, Professor of the Department of Persian Language and Literature of University of Dhaka Dr KM Saiful Islam Khan, Islamic Education Centre Khulna Principal Hujjatul Islam Syed Ibrahim Khalil Razavi spoke at the programme. Also read: Sher-e-Bangla's 59th death anniversary Tuesday "Imam Khomeini is a unique figure in the Muslim world whose influence was not limited to Iran. He was an invaluable asset to mankind and the Muslim world," Ambassador Reza Nafar said. "The Iranian Revolution was an unprecedented event which surprised the whole world. Although Iran was a Muslim-majority country before the revolution, it stepped into a culture similar to that of Europe and the US. Imam Khomeini helped transform the country through the revolution with the great support of people," Sakhawat Hossain said. Also read: 36th Death Anniversary of Dr. Aleem Al-Razee Sunday Associate Professor of the Department of Persian Language and Literature of the University of Dhaka Dr Abu Musa Mohammad Arif Billah and Professor of the same Department of the University of Rajshahi Dr Md Kamal Uddin, eminent Islamic scholar Hujjatul Islam Syed Aftab Hossain Naqavi also joined the discussion.

On the occasion of the International Al-Quds Day, Al-Quds Committee Bangladesh on Friday arranged a webinar highlighting the importance of the day. Professor Dr. M. Shamsher Ali, former Vice Chancellor, Bangladesh Open University was present as the chief guest. Iranian Ambassador to Bangladesh Mohammad Reza Nafar was present as special guest.

Iranian Ambassador to Bangladesh Mohammad Reza Nafar on Wednesday urged its Bangladeshi friends to inspire children about art and culture, saying that Bangladesh is playing a leading role in art and culture in the region.