German Chancellor, Greek PM greet Sheikh Hasina

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DHAKA, Jan 22, 2019 (BSS) – German Chancellor Dr Angela Markel and Greek
Prime Minister Alexis Tsipras today extended their heartfelt congratulations
to Sheikh Hasina on her reassumption of office as the prime minister for the
fourth time and the third consecutive term.

“Permit me to wish you all the best for your new term in office,” Markel
said in a congratulatory letter.

She wished Bangladesh’s every success as it continues on its path of
economic and social development.

“Ensuring fundamental democratic freedoms and taking the interests of all
social groups into account are the best guarantee in this regard,” Markel
added.

She said Germany is pleased to continue to stand by Bangladesh in a spirit
of partnership.

The German chancellor also wished every success of Prime Minister Sheikh
Hasina.

In his congratulatory letter, Greek Prime Minister Alexis Tsipras assured
his highest consideration to Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina.

“I am confident that during your term in office, we will advance our
bilateral ties for the benefit of our people,” he said.

Congratulating Sheikh Hasina, Tsipras wished every success of the Bangladesh
Premier.