Chief Adviser Urges EU Visa Centers Relocation from Delhi to Dhaka or Neighboring Countries
Dr. Muhammad Yunus, the Chief Adviser, has requested that the European Union (EU) visa centers be relocated from Delhi to Dhaka or another neighboring country. He made this request during a meeting with EU diplomats at his office in Tejgaon, Dhaka, on Monday, December 9, at 12:00 noon.
Leading a delegation of 19 members, Michael Miller, the Head of Delegation of the European Union in Bangladesh, was present. Addressing him, the Chief Adviser stated, "As India has limited visa issuance for Bangladeshis, many students are unable to travel to Delhi for European visas, creating uncertainty about their educational futures. European universities are not receiving students from Bangladesh. If the visa offices are relocated to Dhaka or any neighboring country, both Bangladesh and the European Union will benefit."
Additionally, Dr. Yunus mentioned the widespread dissemination of misinformation about Bangladesh, stating, "We seek your cooperation to prevent this misinformation."
The meeting, which lasted for nearly two and a half hours, saw 15 representatives sharing their views. Discussions included labor rights, trade benefits, climate change, human rights, the International Criminal Tribunal Act, the repatriation of Rohingyas, and the mutual commitments and actions required for building a sustainable future.
In honor of the martyrs and the wounded from the July-August mass uprising in Bangladesh, the Chief Adviser remarked, "Throughout December, we celebrate Victory. I am very pleased to engage in such an interactive discussion with you during this month of victory."
During the meeting, Dr. Yunus also provided detailed information on the interim government's reforms and election processes. He briefly outlined the oppression, exploitation, forced disappearances, and human rights violations that have occurred over the past 16 years. He also discussed the economic white paper, addressing issues such as corruption, money laundering, and the destruction of the banking system.
The Chief Adviser also mentioned that the fascist Sheikh Hasina and her associates, who were forced to flee the country after the July uprising, have been using the large sums of money they embezzled to destabilize the nation. He emphasized the need for national unity and dialogue among all political parties and religious communities in Bangladesh.
