Switzerland remains a committed and longstanding partner of Bangladesh introducing innovative ideas and solutions over the years.
Ambassador of Switzerland to Bangladesh René Holenstein made the remarks at a programme at Pan Pacific Sonargaon in the city on Thursday.
The programme was arranged to celebrate the 45th anniversary of their diplomatic relations.
Foreign Affairs Minister Abul Hassan Mahmood Ali was present at the event as the Chief Guest. Cultural Affairs Minister Asaduzzaman Noor was also present.
A UNB report said, Foreign Minister in his address highlighted the relations between the two countries which are based on mutual respect and trust.
The main attractions of the event were video and on-stage presentations of young people of Bangladesh and Switzerland sharing their aspirations for the future.
Ambassador René Holenstein handed over a copy of a historic document dated 13 March 1972 to the Foreign Minister, which laid the foundation of the relations between Switzerland and Bangladesh.
