The Foreign Ministers of Kuwait, Bahrain and the United Arab Emirates have expressed deep sorrow over the deaths of two Bangladeshi nationals and injuries to seven others amid the ongoing Middle East crisis.
Kuwaiti Foreign Minister Sheikh Jarrah Jaber Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah, Bahraini Foreign Minister Dr Abdullatif bin Rashid Al Zayani, and UAE Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Affairs Minister Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan separately called Bangladesh Foreign Minister Khalilur Rahman on Monday afternoon, according to a press release from the ministry.
During the conversations, the ministers discussed the evolving situation and the safety of Bangladeshi expatriates living in their countries. They condemned the recent unprovoked attacks as unacceptable and reaffirmed their commitment to protecting civilians, including foreign nationals.
The ministers assured that all necessary measures are being taken to ensure the welfare, security and safety of Bangladeshi residents. They also highlighted the significant contributions of Bangladeshi expatriates, describing them as hardworking, law-abiding and responsible members of society.
Khalilur Rahman expressed Bangladesh’s gratitude for the assurances and emphasised the government’s ongoing commitment to safeguarding its citizens abroad under all circumstances.
Separately, Qatar’s Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Sultan bin Saad Al Muraikhi, also spoke to the Foreign Minister, reviewing measures for the protection of Bangladeshi nationals in Qatar.
The diplomatic engagement underscores the close and long-standing brotherly relations between Bangladesh and Gulf nations, as the safety of expatriates remains a top priority amid escalating regional tensions.
