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NATIONAL DAY OF SAUDI ARABIA

Message oi the Ambassador
THE kingdom of Saudi Arabia commemorates this day as the 81st National Day. This occasion is considered very august and valuable to us as it has historical achievement in which the Kingdom had taken wide steps in all sectors after the late King Abdul Aziz—May Allah make his grave delightful-had unified the people and land of the Kingdom. This event draws attention of every citizen to realize deeply the achievements. The progress we enjoy in all spheres of life in this bright reign is the result of endeavor and contribution of the sincere leaders. It is obligatory for us to thank and praise only Allah and preserve these achievements so that this contribution can continue and the next generation can enjoy the fruits of the tree implanted in this nation by the hands of the sincere leaders.
This occasion has embodied strong intention to boost the speed of building and progress as this intention is considered a discriminating and remarkable sign for the leaders of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia since reign of
its founder King Abdul Aziz—May Allah make his grave delightful—till the reign of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques Abdullah Bin Abdul Aziz— May Allah protect him— the journey of the Kingdom has surpassed the enriched levels full of achievements which has deep-rooted foundation of progress in the country and in building strong national economic base to enable the Saudi people to ride the vehicle of progress in the world by the grace of the King who has gained a complete advancement in particular in the field of education and science.
It is worthy of mention on this august occasion that the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has offered enormous service to the Islamic nations. From the very beginning of its establishment, the Kingdom has given special importance and attention to Islam and Muslims. It has built mosques in all corners of the earth starting from the Two Holy Mosques, which have witnessed in the reign of Saudi governments the biggest extension in all ages. So the performance of Hajj has become very
easy after it was very diffi-cult. The Two Holy Mosques have become the source of pride for all Muslims. The government has made it comfortable for pilgrims and visitors of the mosque of the Prophet by giving utmost concern for their services. May be its last extension is the extension of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Abdullah Bin Abdul Aziz Al-Saud for the Holy Mosque of Makkah who has confirmed unlimited support for development projects which the holy capital witnesses in the direct emphasis of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques as well as the Saudi government after laying foundation stone for the biggest extension of the Holy Mosque of Makkah in August 2011. The cost of the project reaches 80 billion Saudi Riyals in addition to inauguration of the project of Makkah Clock, inauguration of the project of mono-rail in the holy places, establishment of Jamarat and the extension project of Holy Mosque of the Prophet to overcome the rapid increase in the number of pilgrims, Umrah performers and
worshipers in the Holy Mosques especially in peak hours of the month of Ramadan and Hajj season. Then they had started printing the Holy Quran to distribute millions of its copies in different languages so that all Muslims can read it irrespective of their languages and places.
Based upon the leading role of the Kingdom in this region and its importance in Muslims affairs, issues of the nation has gained all kinds of supports in international forums by Allah-gifted economic and spiritual position and this support has become vivid to make haste in rescue of the distressed people whether they are in Islamic countries or others in order to be the Kingdom always the Kingdom of humanity in advance for relief of all grieved and needy people. May be, over all this, the Kingdom has placed before the world an example of modern Islamic state which has adopted the Holy Book of Allah the Quran as its law and method and takes guidance from it in all their affairs which has made it as an example of security and stability.
The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia celebrates this day as its national day reflecting a shining picture before the world for being embodied the most bright bond between the leadership and the people of the Kingdom of humanity which left no stone unturned to provide cooperation and assistance for brothers of the Islamic and Arabic countries as well as of the friendly countries who need assistance. The stance of the Kingdom in this field is well known and witnessed. The support of the Kingdom was always ready and strong. The humanitarian initiatives of the Kingdom are witnessed by all. All praise is due to Allah who has bestowed upon this country all goods which are innumerable and given it capable hand to offer assistance and supports to all.
In respect of foreign policy, the Kingdom follows a clear political line calling for peaceful solution of all conflicts. It rejects the use of force in international relations as the cornerstone of its policy is to work for security and stability in the region as well as in the world. The most important feature of the Kingdom's policy is to maintain friendly relations with all and not to interfere in any country's internal affairs. It has important and excellent position which participated in playing the role of the Kingdom in the inter-
national group whether through organization of the United Nations which participated in their establishment or through its outreach international institutions or other international organizations.
The relation between the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and Bangladesh is friendly and deep-rooted. Political change in Bangladesh does not affect the relation. This relation is based on mutual respect and non-interference in internal affairs of both countries. These relations had been strengthened after the visit of Hon'ble Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina after her victory in the general elections and assuming the power of the country which was followed by many important visits of a number of high-ups of Bangladesh to the
Kingdom. The most important of those is the visit of H.E. the Minister for Finance Mr. Abul Mal Abdul Muhith and then the visit of H.E. the Minister for Foreign Affairs Dr. Dipu Moni. Recentiy an agreement between the two countries on Avoidance of Double Taxation has been signed and also the memorandum of understanding in the field of Islamic affairs has been made.
It may be stated that the Kingdom puts importance on the situations of Bangladesh and provides assistance to the people of Bangladesh affected by natural disasters. It also emphasizes on giving easy loans to execute some important and vital development projects which helps to improve the economic condition of the
country. The last of which is the contribution of the Saudi Development Fund with an amount of 186.75 million Saudi Riyals for the construction project of Shitalakhya Bridge in Dhaka.
The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is considered the biggest manpower market of Bangladesh abroad. The number of workers of Bangladesh in the Kingdom is more than 2 million in different economic and development sectors of the Kingdom. Total remittance of those expatriates is about 36% of the total remittance of Bangladesh getting from abroad.
In conclusion, we pray to the Almighty Allah to protect our King, HRH the Crown Prince and HRH the Deputy Premier and make them asset for the Islamic nation and lead
their steps to the right way and make our works sincere for the sake of His face full of honour. He is the All Hearing and All Answering.
Ambassador of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to Bangladesh.