UN lauds BD's engagement in peacekeeping

UN Under-Secretary-General for Peacekeeping Operations Jean-Pierre Lacroix lauded on Sunday Bangladesh's strong engagement in ensuring peace around the world with its peacekeepers, reports UNB.

"We had a very frank discussion. This was an opportunity for me to thank him personally and Bangladesh for its extremely strong support to peacekeeping and its steadfast engagement in favour of peace around the world," he said.

He was talking to reporters after his meeting with Foreign Minister AH Mahmood Ali at the state guesthouse Padma.

"We're extremely grateful and we're also respectful of the services of the Bangladeshi peacekeepers around the world," he said adding that he had an excellent discussion with the minister.

UN Resident Coordinator in Dhaka Mia Seppo was, among others, present at the meeting.

Lacroix arrived in the city on Sunday morning on a visit to thank Bangladesh for its service and sacrifice in ensuring global peace.

He will also visit Nepal, India, and Pakistan until July 03.

He will travel to New Delhi before concluding his trip to the region with a visit to Islamabad.