’Friendship to all, malice towards none’
Hues of red and green – the national colors of Bangladesh – adorned the Rizal Ballroom of the Makati Shangri-La that March evening.
United by the jovial spirit that hung in the air, Ambassadors, members of the diplomatic and consular corps, and other friends of the Embassy of Bangladesh all gathered to commemorate the 47th National Day of Bangladesh – a night of honor and friendship.
“This year is a landmark year in Bangladesh’s history,” Bangladeshi Ambassador Asad Alam Siam said as he highlighted the historic milestone in his country’s history, while remembering the sacrifices of the freedom fighters that led to the liberation of Bangladesh.
As a country that was born through enormous sacrifices, overcame genocide, and inherited a war ravaged economy, Bangladesh’s turnaround has been impressive, the Ambassador added, crediting the dedication and resilience of its people, as well as the forward thinking leadership of the country.
“In pursuing our diplomatic objectives, the government has been consistent in upholding the principle of ʻFriendship to all, malice towards none’ as enunciated by the Father of the Nation,” Ambassador Saim beamed. “Imbued with the spirit of war, of liberation and democratic values, let us work together irrespective of caste, creed and party opinion to make our hard-earned independence more meaningful. Let this be the pledge of our Independence and National Day.”
By VIA BAROMA