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Shama discusses reinvigoration of SAARC with outgoing secretary general
She also conveyed her best wishes for a smooth conclusion of his tenure and a seamless transition to his successor
Daily Sun Report, Dhaka
Published: 17 Aug 2026, 05:27 PM
State Minister for Foreign Affairs Shama Obaed Islam and outgoing SAARC Secretary General Md Golam Sarwar during a farewell visit in the capital on Monday. Photo: Courtesy
The outgoing Secretary General of SAARC Md Golam Sarwar paid a farewell call on State Minister for Foreign Affairs Shama Obaed Islam on Monday at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in the capital.
The secretary general briefed the state minister on
the current state of SAARC, noting the need for initiatives to overcome various
challenges, said a press release.
He highlighted the continuation of regular
activities and development-partner-supported programmes and informed that the
SAARC Development Report is expected by end 2026.
The state minister reaffirmed Bangladesh’s
commitment to revitalising SAARC and highlighted the ministry’s intention to
play a more proactive role, emphasising sustained political engagement,
cultural initiatives and broader stakeholder involvement.
The state minister expressed Bangladesh’s appreciation
for Sarwar’s stewardship and conveyed confidence that the momentum achieved
during his tenure would continue under his successor, with Bangladesh’s continued
support and cooperation.
She also conveyed her best wishes for a smooth
conclusion of his tenure and a seamless transition to his successor.
Both sides underscored the importance of renewed
political attention and sustained efforts to reinvigorate the SAARC process and
strengthen regional cooperation in South Asia.