09-Dec-2024 09:44 PM
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Dhaka, Dec 9 (Reporter) Prof Dr Muhammad Yunus, the chief adviser of Bangladesh's Interim Government, on Monday urged European countries to relocate their visa centres for Bangladeshis from Delhi to Dhaka or to another neighbouring country.
Yunus appealed to the ambassadors to relocate their visa centres for Bangladeshis from Delhi to Dhaka or a neighbouring country, saying: "India's restrictions on visas for Bangladeshis have created uncertainties for many students who cannot travel to Delhi for European visas," according to The Dhaka Tribune report.
He added: “Consequently, European universities are missing out on talented Bangladeshi students. Relocating visa offices to Dhaka or a nearby country would benefit both Bangladesh and the European Union."
Foreign Affairs Adviser Touhid Hossain, who attended the meeting, said Bulgaria has already relocated its visa centre for Bangladeshis to Indonesia and Vietnam.
He urged other countries to adopt a similar approach.
The EU representatives expressed full support for the reform initiatives of the chief adviser and assured their commitment to providing advice and assistance in building a new Bangladesh.
During the meeting, Yunus said: "We celebrate victory throughout December. It is a great pleasure for me to engage in such an interactive discussion with you during this month of victory...////...