UK HC celebrates official birthday of King Charles III
Friday, 23 June 2023
British High Commissioner in Bangladesh, Sarah Cooke, has said the UK and Bangladesh enjoy a strong partnership based on their long-shared history, deep people-to-people ties and as members of the Commonwealth, reports UNB.
"I am delighted to host this reception to celebrate the Official Birthday of His Majesty King Charles III and the Coronation of Their Majesties The King and The Queen," she said while speaking at a reception on Wednesday evening.
The British High Commission celebrated the official birthday of His Majesty King Charles III and the Coronation of the King and Queen.
LGRD and Cooperatives Minister Md. Tajul Islam joined the reception as the guest of honour.
"With thanks to our partners, we are also making a donation today to support women's empowerment and climate justice through youth engagement in Bangladesh. His Majesty is a strong supporter of youth, community, sustainability, and diversity and with this contribution we pay tribute to him," said the British High Commissioner.
A wide range of dignitaries from the government of Bangladesh; Bangladesh parliament; the diplomatic corps and representatives from the fields of business, trade, social development, academia, arts, culture, media and sports joined the celebration.