Bangladesh PM sends congratulatory message to newly elected Premier MR

Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina congratulated Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa on the appointment as the Premier following the election victory, and invited him to visit Bangladesh.  

In a congratulatory message, PM Hasina said, “It gives me immense pleasure to congratulate you and your esteemed party, the Sri Lanka Podujana Permuna (SLPP), on the victory in the 9th Parliamentary election held on August 5.” 

 
She said the election result eminently reflected the trust and confidence that the people of Sri Lanka continue to repose in Mr.Rajapaksa’s leadership.  

“As neighbours, Bangladesh and Sri Lanka are enjoying excellent bilateral relations based on mutuality of interests which is evident from our collaboration in wide-ranging areas, such as enhancing connectivity, combating terrorism and violent extremism, and addressing climate change, to name a few.This is also manifest in the presence of a large Sri Lankan Diaspora in Bangladesh.I fondly recall our interactions on numerous occasions, in particular during your visit to Bangladesh, and also in various international and regional fora for advancing our common causes,” The bangaladesh PM said in her message.  

She said, “During your term in office, my Government and I look forward to building on the wonderful foundation of friendship that so happily exists between our two countries. We are also committed to work together to ensure a peaceful, harmonious, and prosperous South Asia.”  
“I take this opportunity to cordially invite you to visit Bangladesh at your earliest convenience.Please accept, Excellency, my very best wishes for your continued success in your high office and for your good health, happiness, and personal well-being,” Premier Hasina said.