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Padma bridge discussed

Outgoing Malaysian envoy meets PM

UNB, Dhaka
Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina and outgoing Malaysian High Commissioner Jamaluddin Bin Sabeh yesterday had detailed discussions on the Padma bridge project.
The discussion on the much-hyped mega project was held when the envoy met the prime minister at her office (PMO).
The Malaysian cabinet recendy approved the Padma bridge investment proposal.
In October last year, the World Bank suspended its funding for the mega construction on charges of corruption.
The other financiers of the project — ADB, Jica and IDB — also suspended the release of their promised funds for the country's longest bridge involving$2.9 billion.
The government signed loan agreements with the WB for $1.2 billion, ADB for $615 million, Jica $400 million and IDB for $140 million to construct the 6.15-kilometre bridge.
Later, Kuala Lumpur proposed Dhaka to fund the project and an Moll was supposed to be signed in this regard. But the Bangladesh government did not strike any deal since it contradicts agreements signed with the existing donors.
After the meeting, PM's press secretary Abul Kalam Azad briefed reporters.
He said the prime minister has expressed the hope that Malaysia would soon start the recruitment of Bangladeshi workers for the mutual benefits of both the countries.
Hasina said Malaysia could recruit more ICT-skilled workforce as well as doctors and engineers from Bangladesh.
She expressed her happiness over Malaysia's interest to invest in infrastructure, housing, power and highway sectors in Bangladesh.
The prime minister urged Malaysia to import worldclass readymade garment, pharmaceuticals, ceramics, footwear, jute goods, sea foods and agro-based products from Bangladesh.
Lauding the visionary and dynamic leadership of Hasina, the ambassador said Bangladesh has achieved tremendous successes in different fields, including agriculture, education, health, and women empowerment, under her leadership.
He said Bangladesh and Malaysia now enjoy excellent friendly relations and hoped that die ties would be strengthened further in the years to come.
Mentioning that Bangladeshi professionals are doing well in various sectors in Malaysia, the envoy said they are making invaluable contributions towards development of their country.
Adviser to the Prime Minister Mashiur Rahman, Ambassador-At-Large M Ziauddin and PMO Secretary Molla Waheeduzzman were present.