Professor Muhammad Yunus, Hon’ble Chief Adviser of the Government of Bangladesh joined the BIMSTEC leaders at the 6th BIMSTEC Summit held today in Bangkok, Thailand. Leaders (Heads of Government) of BIMSTEC Member States unanimously adopted the Bangkok Declaration and the BIMSTEC Bangkok Vision, a strategic roadmap aimed at guiding the organization toward sustainable development and deeper economic integration. Bangladesh assumed the chairmanship of BIMSTEC for the next two years, reaffirming its commitment to advancing regional cooperation and development.
Hon’ble Chief Adviser outlined Bangladesh’s vision and priorities for BIMSTEC in his statement. Reaffirming his government’s unwavering commitment, he assured that Bangladesh remains steadfast in upholding the constitutional rights of all its citizens, including women and members of ethnic and religious minorities. He emphasized the urgent need to implement the BIMSTEC Framework Agreement on FTA and stressed the importance of executing the BIMSTEC Master Plan on Transport Connectivity. He also called for more visible and proactive measures by BIMSTEC to engage Myanmar in fostering stability in the Rakhine State, thereby creating a conducive environment for the return of forcibly displaced Rohingyas to their land.
Upon receiving the Chairmanship from the Hon’ble Prime Minister of Thailand, the Hon’ble Chief Adviser made a statement of acceptance, underscoring an inclusive and action-oriented BIMSTEC.
Earlier in the morning Hon’ble Chief Adviser had a breakfast meeting with Thai dignitaries.