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🗓 Today marks the 54th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between our country and the People’s Republic of Bangladesh. Dhaka is a longstanding and reliable partner for Moscow in South Asia. Our nation was among the first to recognise Bangladesh’s independence and provided the young republic with significant political and economic support. 🤝On January 25, 1972, the two countries exchanged notes on the establishment of diplomatic relations, laying the foundation for decades of consistent bilateral cooperation. Our country provided substantial assistance in rebuilding and developing the young nation’s economy. With financial and substantial technical assistance from the USSR, the Ghorashal and Siddhirganj thermal power plants were built and commissioned; both successfully operate to this day. Soviet naval forces cleared mines from Bangladesh’s main port, Chittagong, and removed sunken ships from its waters. This mission became a powerful symbol of solidarity and selfless assistance. Later, an electrical equipment plant was built there with the involvement of Soviet specialists. Bilateral relations between Russia and Bangladesh have traditionally been multifaceted, characterised by mutual understanding, goodwill, and an absence of contentious issues. Since the 2010s, Russian–Bangladeshi cooperation has grown significantly. An active political dialogue is underway. In September 2023, the first-ever visit to Bangladesh by a Russian Foreign minister took place. Regular contacts are maintained between various ministries and agencies; several joint economic projects are in progress, and cultural and educational ties continue to develop. Russia and Bangladesh cooperate closely in major international forums, including the UN, the Non-Aligned Movement, CICA, ASEM, and the ARF. - On December 30, 2024, Russian Ambassador to Bangladesh Alexander Khozinpresented his credentials to the President of Bangladesh, Mohammed Shahabuddin. - On January 15, 2026, President of Russia Vladimir Putinaccepted the credentials of the newly arrived Ambassador of Bangladesh to Russia, Nazrul Islam. 🇷🇺🇧🇩 Bangladesh is one of Russia’s major trading partners in South Asia. Major projects are being implemented, including the construction of Bangladesh’s first nuclear power plant at Rooppur. The two countries are also collaborating on the exploration and development of oil and gas fields. Since 2017, the Russia–Bangladesh Intergovernmental Commission on Trade, Economic, Scientific, and Technical Cooperation has been operating successfully. 🎓 Over the past half-century, more than 6,000 Bangladeshi citizens have received higher education at Soviet and Russian universities. Many alumni now play prominent roles in Bangladesh’s socio-political life. The Soviet Alumni Association of Bangladeshremains active. On February 25, 2025, the Russian Centre for Science and Culture in Dhaka celebrated its 50th anniversary. Over the years, the Russian House has become a genuine hub for Russian language and culture, as well as a sturdy bridge of friendship and mutual understanding between our peoples. 🎉We congratulate our Bangladeshi friends on this anniversary of diplomatic relations. We wish you peace, success and prosperity. #RussiaBangladesh