The newly appointed Ambassador of Bangladesh to Bahrain, H.E. Mr. Md. Rais Hasan Sarower, ndc, presented a copy of his credentials to the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Kingdom of Bahrain, H.E. Dr. Abdullatif bin Rashid Al Zayani, earlier this afternoon (22 February 2025).

During the meeting, the Bahraini Foreign Minister commended the strong bilateral ties between Bangladesh and Bahrain, emphasizing the importance of further strengthening these relations. He expressed his best wishes to H.E. Mr. Rais Hasan for the successful execution of his ambassadorial duties in Bahrain. The Minister also took the opportunity to express his admiration for the Hon’ble Chief Adviser of Bangladesh, H.E. Prof. Muhammad Yunus.

The discussions also touched upon the possibility of enhanced high-level visits and the upcoming second round of Foreign Office Consultations. Following the meeting, the date and time for the presentation of credentials to His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa were confirmed.

The Bahraini Foreign Minister was accompanied by H.E. Mr. Salah Mohamed Shehab, Chief of Protocol, and H.E. Mrs. Muneera Nofal Al Doseri, Chief of Asian & Pacific Affairs. The Bangladeshi Ambassador was accompanied by Mr. A.K.M. Mohiuddin Kayes, Counsellor & Head of Chancery, and Mr. Md. Iliasur Rahman, Counsellor (Passport & Visa).