Malaysian PM calls Tarique, greets him on polls victory

Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim on Friday, February 20, telephoned Prime Minister Tarique Rahman and congratulated him on assuming office following a landslide election victory.

“Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim called Tarique Rahman around 3:00 pm and warmly congratulated him on becoming the Prime Minister and on the massive election victory,” Prime Minister’s Press Secretary Saleh Shibly told UNB.

During the conversation, Anwar Ibrahim also conveyed Malaysia’s interest in working closely on various bilateral issues.

Tarique Rahman thanked his Malaysian counterpart for the call and reaffirmed his commitment to advancing cooperation for the development and prosperity of both nations.

The BNP secured a two-thirds majority in the February 12 national election and formed the government on February 17, with Tarique Rahman being the Prime Minister.

Source: UNB