British Under-Secretary Meets Chief Adviser

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Publish : 17 Feb 2026, 02:34 PM

UK Under-Secretary Seema Malhotra calls on Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus on Tuesday. -CA's Press Wing Photo

UK Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for the Indo-Pacific Seema Malhotra paid a courtesy call on Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus at the State Guest House Jamuna on Tuesday.

The meeting took place as international dignitaries arrived in Dhaka to witness the historic transition of power following the 13th National Parliament Election.

British High Commissioner to Bangladesh Sarah Cooke and Senior Secretary for SDG Affairs Lamiya Morshed were also in attendance.

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The discussions centered on strengthening bilateral cooperation between London and Dhaka, with a focus on shared priorities such as economic growth, climate resilience, and democratic reforms.

Seema Malhotra is representing the United Kingdom at the swearing-in ceremony of the newly elected cabinet, further underscoring the UK's commitment to supporting Bangladesh's upcoming legislative and social transitions.

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