The Minister of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates of the State of Palestine, Dr. Riad Malki, and the Foreign Minister of Bosnia and Herzegovina, Mr. Elmedin Konaković, have congratulated their Bangladeshi counterpart, Dr. A K Abdul Momen, on the occasion of Bangladesh's Independence and National Day.

The two foreign ministers congratulated Momen on Sunday. Dr. Riad Malki said in a statement, "The traditional bonds of friendship that characterize the relations between our two countries and peoples are based on solid and lasting foundations."

He also added, "I am confident that we will continue our joint efforts to further develop and expand our bilateral relations and cooperation at all levels in the years ahead." The Palestinian Foreign Minister expressed their profound gratitude and appreciation for Bangladesh's solidarity with the Palestinian people and their just cause.

In a congratulatory message on behalf of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Bosnia and Herzegovina and himself, Mr. Elmedin Konaković conveyed sincere congratulations to Dr. Momen. He also wished for the continued prosperity of Bangladesh on the occasion of its Independence Day.

"I am convinced that the friendly relations between Bosnia and Herzegovina and the People's Republic of Bangladesh will continue to develop for the benefit and welfare of both countries," Mr. Elmedin stated to greet Bangladesh.