CHATTOGRAM: The newly appointed Ambassador of Vietnam to Bangladesh, Pham Viet Chien, held a courtesy meeting with the leaders of Chittagong Chamber of Commerce and Industry (CCCI) at its World Trade Centre (WTC) hall room on Sunday evening.
Speaking at the meeting, the envoy mentioned the good and friendly relationship between Bangladesh and Vietnam and appreciated the 'great' role of the business community of Bangladesh in the development of the country.
He said, "Bangladesh is the second-largest trading partner of Vietnam in South Asia. Besides, trading is increasing between two countries day by day. The relationship between the businessmen of Chattogram and Vietnam will help boost the trading between the two countries. CCCI can play a good role in strengthening the relationship between the business community of the two countries."
He also said, "We have a goal to increase opportunities for more investment and trade between the two countries."
The meeting was chaired by CCCI President Mahbubul Alam. Among others, Vice President of CCCI Sayed Mohammed Tanvir, CCCI director Nazmul Karim Chowdhury Sharun, President of Vietnam Bangladesh Chamber of Commerce and Industry SM Rahman, former president of CCCI Engineer Ali Ahamed, and former director of CCCI Mahafujul Haque Shah addressed the meeting.
Besides, the wife of the envoy Nguyen Thi Song Huong and Attaché of the embassy of Vietnam to Bangladesh Viet Anh were also present.
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