'Bangladesh Festival' celebrated in Malaysia with colorful arrangements

The Bangladesh High Commission in Kuala Lumpur celebrated the 'Bangladesh Festival' with grand arrangements and great enthusiasm. On this occasion, a colorful cultural program was organized at the Craft Complex in the capital, Kuala Lumpur, on Thursday. The colorful program highlighted the heritage and rich culture of present-day Bengal through melodious songs, beautiful dances, fashion shows, and traditional local food. The venue was decorated with traditional Bangladeshi rickshaws and other local crafts. In addition, a documentary on the progress of Bangladesh's development was screened.

Dato Shaharuddin bin Abu Sahat, Secretary-General of the Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture of Malaysia, was present as the “Guest of Honour” at the event. High-ranking officials from various departments, including the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Malaysia, ambassadors of various countries in Kuala Lumpur, a large number of diplomats, academicians, expatriate Bangladeshi community leaders, journalists, and officials and employees of the High Commission and their family members were present at the event.

High Commissioner Md. Shamim Ahsan and his wife Pandora Chowdhury warmly welcomed the invited guests and exchanged greetings with everyone.

The Secretary General of the Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture, in his speech, highlighted the excellent bilateral relations between Bangladesh and Malaysia. He said that, like Malaysia, Bangladesh is also a country with a rich culture and many ethnic groups. The 'Bangladesh Festival' has portrayed the inclusive society of Bangladesh, which is highly commendable. He wished Bangladesh all the success.

High Commissioner Shamim Ahsan, in his speech, paid deep respect to the memory of all the martyrs of the great Liberation War of 1971 and the July-August Uprising of 1924 and remembered the contribution of the brave warriors with gratitude. He also recalled with deep gratitude the fact that Malaysia recognized Bangladesh as the first country in Southeast Asia.

He said, "Bangladesh is a country of colorful festivals. We celebrate our faith, life, freedom, nature, culture, and achievements through various fairs and festivals throughout the year, which are organized with great enthusiasm. This festival is organized with our distinguished foreign friends and expatriates as part of the High Commission's people's diplomacy."