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Dhaka, August 7, 2025 – Cultural Affairs Adviser Mostofa Sarwar Farooki expressed optimism about deepening Bangladesh’s friendly relations with ASEAN (Association of Southeast Asian Nations) countries in the near future. Speaking at an event marking ASEAN Day at the Royal Thai Embassy in Dhaka on Thursday morning, Farooki emphasized the strong foundation of shared history, heritage, culture, and religious values that underpin Bangladesh’s ties with ASEAN nations.“The roots of our relationship with ASEAN countries run deep—built on shared history, heritage, culture, and religious values. There has been longstanding people-to-people contact and bonding among our nations,” he said.
The event was also addressed by Brunei’s High Commissioner to Dhaka, Haris bin Othman, and Malaysian High Commissioner, Shuhada Othman. ASEAN, established on August 8, 1967, aims to promote economic growth, social progress, cultural development, and regional peace and stability among Southeast Asian countries.
