Bangladesh, Japan to celebrate 50th diplomatic ties anniversary together

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Bangladesh, Japan to celebrate 50th diplomatic ties anniversary together​

DHAKA, Jan 26, 2022 (BSS) - Bangladesh and Japan have decided to

celebrate the 50th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic
relations between the two friendly countries this year through various
events in Dhaka and Tokyo to further strengthen bilateral partnership.

Japanese Ambassador to Bangladesh ITO Naoki called on Foreign
Minister Dr A.K. Abdul Momen, MP, at the State Guest House Padma today
to discuss about the celebratory events and other issues of common
interest, a foreign ministry press release said here.

The two countries established diplomatic relations on 10 February 1972.

During the meeting, foreign minister recognized Japan as a
long-trusted friend of Bangladesh and proven development partner.

He recalled the unwavering Japanese support to the cause of
independence of Bangladesh as well as Japanese development cooperation
since the establishment of diplomatic relations between the two
friendly countries.

Both the sides recalled the historic official visit of the Father
of the Nation Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman to Japan in October
1973, which laid the rock-solid foundation of the bilateral relations
between the two countries.

The envoy shared that the Japanese embassy in Dhaka would publish a
commemorative photo book on the historic visit of Bangabandhu Sheikh
Mujibur Rahman to Japan on the auspicious occasion of the 50th
anniversary of bilateral relations between the two countries.

The Japanese Ambassador reiterated his government's support for an
early repatriation of Rohingyas from Bangladesh to their ancestral
homes in Myanmar and their relocation to Bhasan Char from Cox's Bazar
camps.

The Foreign Minister urged Japan to use its influence to persue
Myanmar to create a conducive environment in Myanmar and facilitate
safe return of the Rohingyas to the Rakhine State.

Dr Momen appreciated Japan's contributions to the infrastructure
development in Bangladesh and suggested more Japanese investments.

The Japanese Ambassador assured that Japanese as well as
international investors would be setting up their factories in the
Araihazar Economic Zone from early next year.

He requested the Foreign Minister to ease customs and related
issues to facilitate more Japanese investments in Bangladesh while Dr
Momen assured to look into the issues.

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Bangladesh-Japan ties poised to be upgraded to ‘Strategic Partnership’​

Delighted that Japanese companies find investment climate attractive in Bangladesh, says PM

UNB, Dhaka
Tue Feb 8, 2022 06:00 PM Last update on: Tue Feb 8, 2022 06:02 PM

Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina today said the "Comprehensive Partnership" between Bangladesh and Japan is now poised to be upgraded to "Strategic Partnership".
"I'm happy today to note that our time-tested friendship has evolved in depth and dimension," she said in a video message marking the golden jubilee of diplomatic relationship between Bangladesh and Japan.

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Hasina also acknowledged the sustained economic cooperation and support of Japan.
"I'm heartened by the increased Japanese investment in various sectors in Bangladesh. I notice with delight that Japanese companies find the investment climate attractive in Bangladesh, and are ready to invest," she said.

Referring to the logo of the 50th anniversary celebration that symbolises the mood of 'Bangladesh-Japan friendly relations', Hasina said it reflects that the two countries are celebrating this milestone year in a befitting manner with many events, despite the Covid-19 pandemic.
"Here, I must thank the government and the people of Japan for their assistance to face the pandemic."
She mentioned Bangladesh and Japan, as trusted partners and peace-loving nations, have always worked supporting one another in international forums to promote global peace, progress, prosperity, stability and sustainable development.

"Importantly, both share common views on resolving the crisis of forcibly displaced Rohingyas from Myanmar's Rakhine State," Hasina said.
She also said Bangladesh sought Japan's support for an early voluntary, safe and sustainable repatriation of these displaced people back to their ancestral homes in Myanmar.
The prime minister said the bilateral relations between the two countries have many reasons for enhancement in the coming days.
"Indeed, mutual initiatives are imperative to avail these opportunities. As Bangladesh strives to be a prosperous, developed country, and our Father of the Nation's 'Sonar Bangla', our last fifty years of enviable cooperation would remain an inspiration for the coming fifty years. Bangladesh is firm to engage with time-tested friend Japan for mutually beneficial gains."
Hasina mentioned that the two countries have been enjoying excellent relations since Bangladesh's independence in 1971 and Japan's early recognition on February 10, 1972.
"Our people remember with gratitude the precious support and contributions of Japan and its people, particularly school-children, during our War of Liberation. Japan was among the first few countries to open a resident diplomatic mission in Dhaka."
In this connection, she said the bilateral relations between Bangladesh and Japan are based on mutual trust, respect, friendship and cooperation.
Hasina said the historic visit of the Father of the Nation, Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, to Japan in October, 1973, set the tone of the bilateral relationship. It laid the foundation of a steadfast and lasting friendship.
"For me, it was an honour to carry on my father's legacy and visit Japan in 1992, 1997, 2010, 2014, 2016 and 2019 to further strengthen our two countries' relations."



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