Bangladesh, Ireland reaffirm commitment to expand cooperation

Irish Ambassador to Bangladesh Kevin Kelly (resident in New Delhi) paid a courtesy call on State Minister for Foreign Affairs Shama Obaed Islam at the foreign ministry in Dhaka on Tuesday.

During the meeting, the ambassador congratulated the state minister on assuming office and expressed optimism about further strengthening Bangladesh-Ireland relations under the current government.

Both sides agreed to advance their mutually beneficial partnership by exploring cooperation in trade and commerce, development partnership, education, sports and culture, as well as consular and migration matters. They also discussed enhancing collaboration in both bilateral and multilateral forums.

The state minister sought Ireland’s support for Bangladesh’s candidacy for the presidency of the United Nations General Assembly for the 2026–27 term.

The two sides also exchanged views on regional and global issues, emphasising the importance of peace, stability and stronger international cooperation.