PM greets new Emir of Kuwait

Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina on Monday congratulated Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah on assumption of the office of Emir of the State of Kuwait, report agencies.

"Your accession to this highest position is a testimony to the confidence reposed in your sagacity and dynamic leadership by the brotherly people of Kuwait," she said in a letter sent to the new emir.

Hasina recalled that Bangladesh and Kuwait have been enjoying excellent bilateral relations since the inception of their diplomatic ties in 1973.

"The bilateral cooperation is marked by the brotherhood and friendship, which has flourished over the years, covering many fields, including employment of human resources, trade, investment, development, defense, and energy cooperation," she said.

She assured the emir and the people Kuwait of continued support and collaboration from the Government of Bangladesh in the coming days.