The Embassy of Bangladesh in Riyadh celebrated its 49th Independence and National Day with enthusiasm and festivity last March 27, 2019. There were different programs to mark the day including a reception hosted by the Ambassador at the Cultural Palace in Diplomatic Quarter, Riyadh. Ambassadors, diplomats, Saudi high officials and businessmen attended the reception. Deputy Governor of Riyadh, Prince Mohammed bin Abdurrahman bin Abdul Aziz, attended the program as chief guest. Ambassador Mr. Golam Moshi along with the chief guest cut a cake celebrating the day at the beginning of the program.
In his speech at the reception, Ambassador Moshi said Bangladesh has achieved independence after nine months of bloody struggle for liberation under the leadership of Father of the Nation, Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman. He also paid homage to the supreme sacrifice of three million martyrs, freedom fighters and their bereaved families that endure unimaginable hardship during the liberation war. The ambassador thanked the Custodian of the two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdul Aziz Al-Saud and Crown Prince Mohammad bin Salman who extended their support and facilitated the well-being of Bangladeshi expatriates in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. He further said, Saudi Arabia is Bangladesh’s tested friend and both the countries have been strong brotherly relationship since long. The relationships have been growing further day by day in different sectors of cooperation over the years. He also said Saudi Vision 2030 prompted Bangladesh to explore new areas of engagements in the fields of education, agriculture, power and infrastructure. He mentioned that Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has been working relentlessly to implement Bangabandhuís Golden Bengal dream, and to transform Bangladesh into a developed country by 2041. Later, a documentary was screened to familiarize the audience with Bangladeshi culture and tourism opportunities.
