|| Diplomatic Desk: The Ambassador of Denmark Christian Brix Møller, and the Ambassador of Germany Dr. Rüdiger Lotz paid separate courtesy calls on the State Minister for Foreign Affairs, Shama Obaed Islam, at the Ministry today. The Ambassadors warmly congratulated the State Minister on her assumption of office and expressed optimism that bilateral relations between Bangladesh and their respective countries would be further strengthened during the tenure of the present Government.The State Minister acknowledged the longstanding development cooperation of both countries with Bangladesh across key sectors. The discussions explored avenues for expanding cooperation in trade and investment, climate action, renewable energy, development partnership, skills development, manpower mobility, migration, and the initiation of FTA negotiations with the EU.The State Minister sought support for Bangladesh’s candidature for the upcoming Presidency of the 81st  Session of the United Nations General Assembly for the term 2026–2027. She reiterated that a sustainable solution to the Rohingya crisis lies in the safe, voluntary, early, and dignified repatriation of the Rohingyas to Myanmar.The meeting concluded with an expression of satisfaction with the steady progress of the existing relations. Both Ambassadors reaffirmed their commitment to work closely to further advance the longstanding and mutually beneficial relationship.