He says Bangladesh embraced multilateralism as cornerstone of its foreign policy

Foreign minister Khalilur Rahman has said that Bangladesh has successfully overcome significant challenges over the past five decades and achieved remarkable socio-economic progress through constructive engagement in line with the principles of the UN Charter.

Speaking at a reception in New York as the chief guest, he highlighted that, since becoming a member of the UN in 1974, Bangladesh has embraced multilateralism as a cornerstone of its foreign policy.

Reaffirming Bangladesh’s unwavering commitment to international peace and security, the foreign minister underscored the country’s significant contributions to UN peacekeeping operations and its continued humanitarian support for the Rohingya people.

Bangladesh permanent mission to the United Nations hosted the reception to celebrate the 56th Independence and National Day of Bangladesh at a local hotel in New York.

The programme was attended by around 150 permanent representatives, high officials of the UN, distinguished members of the diplomatic community and other international organisations, according to Bangladesh permanent mission in New York.

Permanent representative of Bangladesh ambassador Salahuddin Noman Chowdhury said 26 March symbolises not only the birth of the nation but also the enduring triumph of the people’s will, dignity and freedom.

The permanent mission also organised a discussion session at its auditorium where the messages from the dignitaries were read out and a special documentary on the significance of the day was also screened.