Bangladesh ambassador to Mexico M Mushfiqul Fazal Ansarey has reiterated the importance of expediting the process of establishing a Mexican Embassy in Dhaka to further enhance diplomatic and trade relations.
He made the remark when met with chief of protocol at Mexican foreign ministry Jonathan Chait Auerbach and handed over a copy of his letter of credence in Mexico city on Thursday, according to a message received in Dhaka on Friday.
The new ambassador of Bangladesh will formally present his credentials to the Mexican president at a later date, it added.
During the meeting, Mushfiqul underscored the longstanding and friendly ties between Bangladesh and Mexico and expressed his gratitude for the support and cooperation extended by the Mexican foreign ministry.
The ambassador also highlighted the key reform initiatives introduced by the interim government of Bangladesh led by Nobel Laureate Professor Muhammad Yunus.
He stated that these initiatives aimed to foster good governance, democracy, political reforms, economic development and a free, fair and inclusive election.
The chief of protocol commended Ambassador Mushfiqul for his significant contributions, particularly his unwavering advocacy for human rights, democracy and press freedom in the global arena.
Both sides reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral cooperation and fostering closer ties between the two nations.
Director general for Asia-Pacific at the Mexican foreign ministry Fernando Gonz谩lez Saiffe was present during the meeting.
