Bangladesh welcomes ICJ Ruling in Guyana’s favour

Share

Foreign Minister Dr A K Abdul Momen stated that Bangladesh welcomes the ruling of the International Court of Justice (ICJ) in favor of Guyana.

He made this comment while chairing the virtual meeting of the Commonwealth Ministerial Group on Guyana (CMGG) held on the sidelines of the 78th UNGA on Sunday in New York, according to a press release received here today.

“I look forward to our usual discussions, camaraderie, and, in accordance with the consistent views of Heads, our expression of unwavering support for Guyana’s territorial integrity,” said the foreign minister at the meeting.

He mentioned that Bangladesh is pleased to continue in the role of the substantive chair of the Commonwealth Ministerial Group on Guyana.

Commonwealth Secretary-General Patricia Scotland delivered opening remarks while Consul General at the Guyana Consulate General in New York Ambassador Michael E. Brotherson provided an update on recent developments.

The Ministers of CMGG took part in the discussion session and agreed to prepare a concluding statement to convey to the Commonwealth Foreign Affairs
Ministers Meeting, to be held on 21st September 2023.

Recent Posts

  • National

Govt utters warning against attempts to oppress any citizen

The interim government today warned of stern actions against any attempt to discriminate against or… Read More

1 day ago
  • National

Apologise to the nation for misdeeds, Shafiqul to AL

Chief Adviser's Press Secretary Shafiqul Alam today asked the Awami League (AL) to apologise to… Read More

1 day ago
  • National

Hasina directly ordered enforced disappearances, killings: HRW

Human Rights Watch has handed a report on the July Uprising to Chief Adviser Professor… Read More

2 days ago
  • World News

Putin says talks with Ukraine possible, but not with Zelensky

Russian President Vladimir Putin said Tuesday that his country could hold peace talks with Ukraine,… Read More

2 days ago
  • World News

Thousands of Palestinians return to north Gaza after hostage breakthrough

Thousands of displaced Palestinians were returning to the north of war-ravaged Gaza after Israel and… Read More

3 days ago
  • World News

EU keen to sign Comprehensive Partnership, Cooperation Agreement with Bangladesh

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has expressed interest to continue ongoing collaboration with… Read More

3 days ago