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Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina expressed satisfaction over the growing relationship between Bangladesh and France, saying it has extended further towards the objective of a strategic partnership.
She said, "France is always a trusted partner of Bangladesh. The relation has extended further towards the objective of a strategic partnership guided by our common goals of the sustainable development," reports BSS.
Sheikh Hasina made the remarks when newly appointed Ambassador of France to Bangladesh Marie Masdupuy paid a courtesy call on her at her official Ganabhaban residence in the capital on Monday.
Prime Minister's Press Secretary Ihsanul Karim briefed the newsmen after the meeting.
He said the premier expressed satisfaction over the growing relationship between the two countries with cooperation in various fields for the last five decades following the pathway set up by Father of the Nation Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman.
The envoy has expressed his country's keenness to enhance cooperation with Bangladesh particularly in the areas of aviation and aerospace.
She said they also have eagerness to work with Bangladesh in maritime security.
Marie Masdupuy also expressed her country's interest to construct Bangladesh's second satellite.
During the meeting the climate change issue was prominently discussed.
The prime minister recalled her visit to France in November, 2021 and her fruitful talks with the French president.
She also thanked the French president for inviting her to attend the Climate Summit to be held in Paris on June 22-23 next.
Bd-pratidin English/Golam Rosul
