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Accompanying the ambassador was the Deputy Chief of Mission, Ms. Jin-Hee Baek. From Jamaat-e-Islami, the attendees included Naib-e-Ameer and former MP Dr. Syed Abdullah Md. Taher, Secretary General and former MP Professor Mia Golam Parwar, Assistant Secretary General and Head of Central Media and Publicity Advocate Ehsanul Mahbub Zubair, Central Executive Council Member and Secretary of Central Media and Publicity Advocate Matiur Rahman Akand, and the Ameer’s Foreign Affairs Advisor, Professor Dr. Mahmudul Hasan.
In a brief press briefing after the meeting, Professor Mia Golam Parwar described the discussion as “highly cordial and open,” covering bilateral relations, economic issues, and the overall situation in Bangladesh. He noted that the ambassador expressed optimism about resolving issues related to export tariff barriers, with Jamaat-e-Islami also hopeful for a favorable resolution.
The ambassador inquired about the upcoming election, political situation, and reforms. Professor Parwar stated that Dr. Shafiqur Rahman briefed the ambassador on these matters, emphasizing Jamaat’s active cooperation with the government to achieve consensus on key reforms. He expressed hope that a fair and neutral electoral environment would be established through consensus, stating, “Inshallah, we are working toward a free and fair election.”
Dr. Shafiqur Rahman highlighted Bangladesh’s potential as a developing economy with significant opportunities for sustainable growth. He emphasized the country’s leading role in the global garment industry and its abundant resources, including a large population, natural greenery, rivers, and the sea. He stressed that with honest leadership and reforms, Bangladesh could become a corruption-free nation with a sustainable economy.
Regarding the election timeline, Dr. Shafiqur Rahman noted that Jamaat-e-Islami had proposed holding the election before Ramadan, and discussions on the PR system were held. He explained that most political parties in Bangladesh support the PR system, as it would curb the influence of black money, muscle power, and nomination trading, ensuring a quality parliament and proper voter representation.
Both sides expressed optimism about strengthening bilateral trade, economy, and investment between Bangladesh and South Korea in the future.
