Russian President Vladimir Putin has congratulated Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir on his election as Bangladesh’s new president. According to the Russian Embassy in Dhaka, Putin sent a congratulatory message conveying his sincere greetings and best wishes to the newly elected Bangladeshi president.

Putin wished Mirza Fakhrul well, good health and success in his future efforts for the welfare of Bangladesh’s friendly people. He also expressed hope that the new president would succeed in carrying out his responsibilities for the benefit of the people of Bangladesh.

The Russian president’s message was described as reflecting the long-standing friendly and mutually cooperative relationship between Bangladesh and Russia. The embassy’s statement did not provide further details about the message or any subsequent diplomatic engagements.