Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus and Japanese Prime Minister TAKAICHI Sanae. -Collage Photo

DHAKA, Feb 9, 2026 (BSS) - Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus today congratulated the Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) of Japan on its historic and landslide victory in the election to the House of Representatives.

"On behalf of the government and the people of Bangladesh, and on my own behalf, I extend my warmest congratulations on the historic and landslide victory of Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) under your leadership in the election to the House of Representatives held on February 8, 2026," he said in a message sent to Japanese Prime Minister TAKAICHI Sanae. 

The Chief Adviser's Press Wing released the message this evening. 

In the message, Prof Yunus said, "This decisive mandate reflects the strong confidence and trust placed in your leadership and vision by the people of Japan".

He added: "I am confident that, under your continued stewardship, Japan will further advance stability, prosperity, and constructive engagement both regionally and globally".

Noting that Bangladesh attached highest importance to its long-standing and trusted partnership with Japan, the Chief Adviser said, "We remain deeply appreciative of Japan's consistent support for Bangladesh's development, including our cooperation in quality infrastructure and connectivity, which has made a lasting contribution to our people and economy". 

"The government of Bangladesh looks forward to working closely with your administration to further strengthen our partnership, deepen economic and technological cooperation, and advance our shared priorities for mutual benefit," he said. 

"Please accept, Excellency, my best wishes for your good health and success, and for the continued peace, progress, and well-being of the people of Japan," Prof Yunus concluded.