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Saudi Arabia happy with Bangladeshi Workers, says new Ambassador

Friday, 11 July 2008


New Saudi Ambassador to Bangladesh Dr Abdullah bin Naser Al-Bosairi praised the Bangladeshi workers for their performance contributing to the Saudi economy, reports UNB.

After maiden call on Foreign Adviser Dr Iftekhar Ahmed Chowdhury, Al-Bosairi told reporters that there were many Bangladeshi workers in Saudi Arabia who were contributing to the Saudi economy and the Saudi authorities were very happy with them.

Asked about the Saudi King's visit to Bangladesh Al-Bosairi said King Abdullah would be happy to visit Bangladesh at a time of mutual convenience.

Iftekhar said: "Bangladesh and Saudi Arabia have the strongest possible ties. I hope these continue to grow and consolidate during the ambassador's tenure of office."

During the meeting they discussed the total range of Bangladesh-Saudi relations and the ways and means to promote greater trade and investments.