PM foresees ties around reaching higher heights in coming days
Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has congratulated US President-elect Joe Biden and Vice President-elect Kamala Harris, saying she foresees the bilateral relationship reaching higher heights in the coming days.
"Indeed, I anticipate working closely with you in attaining those ideals as well as in effectively confronting the evils of terrorism, violent extremism, hatred, forced displacements as of the Rohingyas, and for the realization of a safer and an improved world," the Prime Minister wrote in her message to Biden, reports UNB.
On behalf of the government and the persons of Bangladesh, and on her behalf behalf, Hasina conveyed warmest congratulations to Biden on his victory in the Nov 3 presidential election. Biden can be the 46th President of America after he's sworn in on Jan 20.
"I really believe your resounding victory reflects the profound trust and confidence the persons of your great country have in your extraordinary leadership tested over four decades of devotion and dedication towards their welfare, and that of the united states," she sid.
Hasina said she also believes that their sagacity and astute stewardship will also energise the united states in leading the world right into a new era of global peace, and international cooperation in securing prosperity, and unity in facing the challenges of climate change.
Bangladesh, since its independence in 1971, has forged an outstanding and durable relationship with the US, Hasina said. "Now with you in the helm of affairs of your country, I foresee the partnership reaching higher heights in the coming days."
Hasina extended an extremely warm invitation to Biden and First Lady Dr Jill Biden to go to and experience Bangladesh and its own overall progress attained by its own efforts, the strength of its people, and the support of its friends such as the US.
She wished Biden and his family good health, long life and happiness, and the friendly people of the united states continued peace, progress and prosperity.
In separate message to the Vice President-elect, the Prime Minister said this is a special moment of pride for the people of America at having elected a female Vice President for the very first time.
"Surely your emphatic victory testifies your laudable leadership, exceptional achievements in public areas service, and valuable contributions to your great country and people," she said.
"I really believe your tenure, in the esteemed office, shall witness continuance of your relentless efforts and successes in establishing equal rights and justice for everyone, as well as gender parity inspiring ladies in the USA and around the world with hope, vigor and drive in fulfilling ambitions of their particular," Hasina said.
The Prime Minister said Bangladesh and the united states, since establishment of diplomatic relations, have evolved an enduring, productive partnership growing and deepening as time passes.
"Now with you as Vice President, proudly representing diversity and endowed with experience and wisdom, I see our two countries’ relationship reaching enviable heights," she said.
Hasina extended a very warm invitation to the VP-elect and Douglass Emhoff, her husband, to go to Bangladesh at the soonest to see firsthand the impressive socio-economic development and the extraordinary level of women empowerment.
"I wish you as well as your wonderful family good health, extended life and happiness, and the friendly persons of America, continued peace and prosperity," Hasina said.
