Mar 14, (V7N) – Bangladesh’s Ambassador to Mexico M. Mushfiqul Fazal Ansarey has said the country has embarked on a renewed democratic journey under the “charismatic leadership” of newly elected Prime Minister Tarique Rahman.

He made the remarks at a farewell iftar and dinner he hosted in honour of fellow ambassadors and colleagues of the Bangladesh Mission as he prepares to return to Dhaka at the end of his tenure.

The event, held in a warm and cordial atmosphere, was attended by the ambassadors of Côte d’Ivoire, India, Pakistan, Türkiye, and Indonesia, along with diplomatic representatives from Iraq, Azerbaijan, and several other countries. Members of the diplomatic community extended their best wishes to Ambassador Mushfique.

Welcoming the guests, the envoy expressed deep appreciation for the friendship, cooperation, and support he received from fellow diplomats. He said the collaborative spirit within the diplomatic corps had strengthened both bilateral and multilateral engagements during his time in Mexico.

Reflecting on recent developments in Bangladesh, Ambassador Mushfique said the country had held a free, fair, and credible election following the end of “one and a half decades of autocratic rule.” He noted that the first session of the newly elected Parliament had already taken place, marking a hopeful beginning for the nation’s democratic future.

He also expressed gratitude to the government and people of Mexico, as well as the Mexican Ministry of Foreign Affairs, for their cooperation throughout his tenure.

Addressing the gathering, Robert Ly, Dean of the Diplomatic Corps and Ambassador of Côte d’Ivoire, praised Mushfique’s diplomatic leadership and his constructive engagement with fellow diplomats.

Guests were served a variety of traditional Bangladeshi iftar delicacies along with local dishes.

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