President, PM greet constitutional president of Ecuador
	(DHAKA, August 09, 2010)  BSS-13
	President Md Zillur Rahman and Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina today greeted constitutional President of Ecuador Rafael Correa Delgado on the occasion of the Independence Day of that country. In a message to the president of Ecuador, Zillur Rahman expressed his confidence that the bonds of friendship that happily exist between the two countries would continue to deepen in the coming days. Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, in separate message to the Ecuadorian president, said," Bangladesh and the Republic of Ecuador enjoy friendly bilateral relations ,which I am confident, will continue to grow in the days ahead."
	President, PM call for development of mental healthcare
	(DHAKA, October 09, 2009)
	President Zillur Rahman and Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina have urged all concerned to play a more responsible role for the overall improvement of medicare system, including mental healthcare services, in the country. In separate messages, they expressed their delight for observance of the World Mental Health Day 2009 in the country tomorrow as elsewhere in the world. They said the theme of the day `Mental Health in Primary Care: Enhancing Treatment and Promoting Mental Health' is adequate and consistent with the government's pledge to reach health services to the grassroots level. The President, in his message, said mental health problem isone of the major issues among many health hazards in Bangladesh. Along with creating awareness among the people, mentalhealthcare would have to be integrated with the primary healthcare, he added. In her message, the Prime Minister said the last Awami League government set up the National Mental Health Institute and Hospital at Sher-e-Banglanagar in the capital in 2001 for the development and research on mental healthcare. She expressed the hope that the community psychiatric department of the institute would expand mental health services up to the grassroots level in primary healthcare.
	President felicitates Chinese counterpart
	(DHAKA, September 30, 2009)
	President Zillur Rahman today extended his warm greetings and felicitation to Chinese President Hu Jintao on the occasion of 60th anniversary of the People's Republic of China. In a message on the eve of the day, Zillur Rahman expressed his firm conviction that the existing friendly bilateral relations between the two countries would be further expanded and diversified to the mutual benefit of the two peoples in the days ahead. Zillur Rahman wished good health, long Life, and personal well-being of Hu Jintao and the continued peace, progress and prosperity of the friendly people of China.
	President greets his Botswana counterpart
	(DHAKA, September 29, 2009)
	President Zillur Rahman has greeted President Lieutenant General Seretse Khama Ian Khama of the Republic of Botswana on the occasion of his country's Independence Day tomorrow. In a message on the eve of the occasion, Zillur Rahmanexpressed his conviction that the friendly relations that sohappily exist between the two countries will be strengthened inthe days ahead. The President also wished good health and happiness of Khama and continued peace, progress and prosperity of the friendly people of Botswana.
	President for implementing `Education for All'
	(DHAKA, September 07, 2009)
	President Zillur Rahman today called upon all to implement the programme of `Education for All' as declared by the government. In a message on the occasion of International Literacy Day-2009, Zillur Rahman welcomed the initiative of celebration of the day for making the people aware in eradicating illiteracy. The President said the constitution of Bangladesh has expressed commitment to introduce a unified education system and universal education. Bangladesh is committed to ensuring education for all in the `World Education Forum', he said. The present government has declared a programme of building illiteracy free Bangladesh within 2014, he added. Zillur Rahman said, " I believe the people deprived of education, drop out school children and elderly people can be transformed into skilled manpower through proper education" He wished success of International Literacy Day-2009 to be observed tomorrow.
	President, PM greet all on Shab-e-Barat
	(DHAKA, August 05, 2009)
	President Zillur Rahman and Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina today greeted all Muslims at home and elsewhere in the world on the occasion of holy Shab-e-Barat. In separate message on the eve of the holy occasion, they prayed for peace, progress and prosperity of all. In his message, President Zillur Rahman said the holy Shab- e-Barat is imminent with the message of fortune for the mankind. He said Islam is the religion of peace, and the ideals of Islam are the means of welfare in this world and salvation in the world hereafter. "We will pray for continued progress and welfare of the country, and greater unity of the Muslim Ummah at this holy night of Shab-e-Barat," the President said. Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, in her message, called upon all to be devoted to human welfare and nation-building, being inspired with the teachings of Shab-e-Barat. She said the Shab-e-Barat, known as the night of fortune, brings blessings and mercy from Almighty Allah for the mankind. The Prime Minister called for applying the spirit of Islam, the religion of peace, in personal, social and state levels, shunning religious prejudice and narrowness.
	President greets Sheikh Hasina
	(Dhaka, 26 July 2009)
	President Zillur Rahman today greeted Awami League President and Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina on her re-election as the party chief. Military Secretary to the President Major General Md. Ehtesham Ul Haque presented a bouquet to the Prime Minister and AL Chief at her official residence Jamuna this afternoon on behalf of the President.
	02 August 2009                                                                                               Message I am pleased to know that Center for Non Resident Bangladeshi (NRB) is organizing the UK Conference on Trade, Investment and Remittance of Bangladesh. Today's world economy is being threatened by the global financial crisis. Economy of Bangladesh is also effected by this phenomena. Remittance send by the NRB plays a significant role in boosting our economy. I think this conference would motivate NRB to send their earned money through legal channels and invest more in our economy. I think Center for NRB for organizing this conference. I wish the conference a success. Khoda Hafez, May Bangladesh Live Forever.                                                                                                                                                                       Md. Zillur Rahman
	President condoles deaths of Maj. Gen. Rafiqul, Lt Col Shahidul
	DHAKA, March 09, 2009
	President Zillur Rahman today expressed his profound shock at the deaths of Major General M Rafiqul Islam, General Officer Commanding (GOC) of 55 Infantry Division and Area Commander of Jessore and Pilot Lt Col M Shahidul Islam. In a condolence message, the President said the country has suffered an irreparable loss in the deaths of two talented army officers. He expressed sympathy to the bereaved family members and prayed for peace of the departed souls. Major General Rafiqul Islam and Pilot Lt Col Shahidul Islam died in a helicopter crush at Elanga in Tangail this morning when they were going to Mymensingh cantonment from Jessore.
	President Zillur Rahman greets BDR personnel on `Rifles Week-2009'
	DHAKA, February 22, 2009
	President Zillur Rahman today greeted the members of Bangladesh Rifles (BDR) on the occasion of `Bangladesh Rifle Week-2009'. In a message on the eve of the week, the President praised the role of BDR in curbing terrorism, maintaining law and order and building the nation side by side with their regular professional duties of protecting the country's frontiers and checking smuggling. Zillur Rahman said the nation recall with respect the glorious and courageous role of BDR during the War of Liberation in 1971. He also prayed for the eternal peace of the departed souls of the BDR personnel, who had laid down their lives for their motherland in the War of Liberation as well as during performing their professional duties. "I believe, the BDR members would be able to contribute more to the nation-building activities in the days to come through their skill, sincerity and patriotism," the President said. He also wished the success the Rifle Week.
	President greets Sultan of Brunei Darussalam
	DHAKA, February 22, 2009
	President Zillur Rahman today felicitated Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah Muizzaddin Waddaulah Ali Saifuddin Sa'adul Khairi Waddien of Brunei Darussalam on the occasion of the National Day that falls tomorrow. In a message of felicitation the President conveyed the Sultan of Brunei his sincere hope that the long- standing bonds of friendship and cooperation existing between Bangladesh and Brunei will be further widened and deepened in the coming days for mutual benefit of the two nations. President Zillur Rahman wished good health, happiness and long life of the Sultan and the brotherly people of Brunei Darussalam peace, progress and prosperity.
	Message
	DHAKA, February 21, 2009 09 Falgun 1415
	On the occasion of the great 'Shaheed Day' (Language Martyrs' Day), the ‘International Mother Language Day', I pay my deep homage to the memory of the valiant sons of the soil who made supreme sacrifices on 21 February in 1952 to establish the right of Mother Tongue. I pray for the salvation of those departed souls. The great Language Movement (Ekushey) is a significant day in the history of Bangalee Nation and also a prime source of our aspiration. The spirit of nationalism that emanated from the historical Language Movement inspired the nation towards attaining self-sovereignty and thus we achieved our long-cherished Independence in 1971. The glaring spirit of the Language Movement arouses us to stand against all injustice and unfairness and helps to attain overall progress of the country. The fortitude of Language Movement is now inspiring not only the advancement of our language, literature, culture and heritage but also the preservation and promotion of languages and cultures of other nations around the world. Therefore, the '21st February' is being observed as the 'International Mother Language Day' across the globe resounded with the spirit of upholding mother tongue of diverse nations. I hope the observance of the 'International Mother Language Day' would strengthen the bonds of unity and amity along with protecting the intrinsic value of different languages among the people of the world. Sheikh Hasina, the Prime Minister and the daughter of the Father of the Nation Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, has announced the 'Charter for Change' for beaming at the common mass. I hope, imbued with the spirit of 'Shaheed Day', every citizen of our country would be committed to build up a happy and prosperous Bangladesh and would contribute towards nation building process from their respective fields. I wish the great 'Ekushey' would consolidate our democratic advancement along with attaining desired development at all levels of our national life. Khoda Hafez, May Bangladesh Live Forever. Md. Zillur Rahman
	EC declares Zillur Rahman as country's new president
	DHAKA, February 11, 2009
	The Election Commission declared senior politician Zillur Rahman as the country's new president as the last date for withdrawal of nomination paper for the presidency expired today while he was the lone candidate for the post as the nominee of the ruling Awami League. "Mohammad Zillur Rahman has been elected the President of the Peoples Republic of Bangladesh under Clause 7 of the President Election Act 1991," Chief Election Commissioner Dr ATM Shamsul Huda said in an announcement. He said, Rahman was declared president as his nomination paper was found valid and no other nomination paper was filed for the presidency. Meanwhile, Bangabhaban officials said, the swearing in ceremony of the new president would be held tomorrow at 7 pm at the Darbar Hall of the presidential palace.
	President greets Bangladesh cricket team for victory
	DHAKA, January 23, 2008
	President Professor Dr Iajuddin Ahmed today congratulated the players and other members of Bangladesh National Cricket team for winning the `One Day' series against Zimbabwe. Bangladesh won the three matches One Day International (ODI) by 2-1 margin to clinch the series at Sher-e-Bangla National Stadium in Mirpur today. In a message, the President expressed his hope that Bangladesh Cricket team would continue the excellent performance to bring more glory for Bangladesh. Besides, Prof Iajuddin also congratulated Shakib Al Hasan for being ranked as a top all rounder in ODI by International Cricket Council (ICC).
	Iajuddin mourns deaths in Tangail road mishap
	DHAKA, December 28, 2008
	President Professor Dr Iajuddin Ahmed today expressed his profound shock at the deaths of 24 passengers at a road accident at Garinda in Tangail district this morning. In a condolence message, Prof Iajuddin conveyed his deep sympathy to the members of the bereaved families and prayed for peace of the departed souls. He also directed the concerned authorities to ensure proper treatment of the survivors.
	Speech of the Hon’ble President Professor Dr. Iajuddin Ahmed at the Academy Gold Medal Award Ceremony 2008
	Dhaka, 31 July, 2008
	Venue : Bangladesh National Museum
	Speech of the Hon’ble President Professor Dr. Iajuddin Ahmed at the Academy Gold Medal Award Ceremony 2008 organised by Bangladesh Academy of Sciences
	Bismillahir Rahmanir Rahim Respected President of Bangladesh Academy of Sciences Professor Dr. M. Shamsher Ali, Venerable Fellows of the Academy, Distinguished Guests, Learned Award Recipients, Ladies and Gentlemen, Assalamu Alaikum. I am, indeed, very happy to be present amongst you at this solemn Ceremony of ‘Academy Gold Medal Award’ arranged by the Bangladesh Academy of Sciences. At the outset of my speech, I would like to congratulate the distinguished scientists particularly the young ones who are being honored today for their outstanding contribution to the field of Science and Technology. I also express my sincere felicitations to the members of the families of the awardees as well as the Bangladesh Academy of Sciences to make this event a reality. I profoundly believe that this formal acknowledgement would usher a new horizon in uplifting innovative and creative activities as well as Research and Development in the field of Science and Technology. Ladies and Gentlemen, The role of Science, as you know, is boundless in chronological development of the human civilization. In consequence of immense progress of Science and Technology, human tread has been possible at every corner of the globe. I want to emphasize upon a coordinated endeavor for raising the general level of scientific efficiency in this country so that we, as a nation, can apply the results of science to the fullest possible extent for our national economic development as well as the world science. I hope, Bangladesh Academy of Sciences will play a significant role in its efforts. Ladies and Gentlemen, Recently, it is being observed that the Science Education in our country has been decreasing day by day and, therefore, the nation is depriving from the services of the talented students. Reasons are manifold but we have to address the major causes with putting utmost importance in this regard. Extensive and special programmes such as stipend activities for science education, laboratory facilities, special incentives and training programme for the science teachers etc. to be taken at the Secondary and Higher Secondary level for popularizing science education in the country. I have come to know that Bangladesh Academy of Sciences is not only awarding the talented scientists of Bangladesh with gold medals, fellowships, grants and other supports, it has also taken up the programmes for promoting science education in secondary and higher secondary levels. It is a matter of satisfaction that the Academy has taken some pragmative steps for making availability of Science Publication and Information with the world community. I wish a great success in its endeavour. Ladies and Gentlemen, As you know, in spite of very limited infrastructure and environment, our scientists are contributing to the nation through their untiring efforts. It is not possible to evaluate the contribution and achievement of a scientist by any scale or means; their contribution is universal transcending the boundaries of time and territory. Today, in recognition of their contributions to the people and the nation, we are recognizing them through this glaring ceremony. Let our scientists march forward with the firm steps to apply science and technology for the socio- economic development of the country. I again welcome our learned scientists who have made immense contributions to the national building activities through their brilliant endeavours. Ladies and Gentlemen, In the end, I congratulate the Bangladesh Academy of Sciences for organizing this ceremony. I believe the Government of Bangladesh would consider the expansion of science education in the country on priority basis for the sake of the national interest. With these few words, ladies and gentlemen, I congratulate you all once again and wish the Bangladesh Academy of Sciences as well as the brilliant scientists of the country continued success. Allah Hafez, Bangladesh Zindabad.
	President greets the King of Belgium
	Dhaka, 20 July, 2008
	President Professor Dr. Iajuddin Ahmed has sent the following congratulatory message to King Albert-11, King of the Belgians Kingdom of Belgium on the auspicious occasion of the National Day which falls on 21 July 2008 :
	“Your Majesty, On the auspicious occasion of the National Day of the Kingdom of Belgium, it gives me immense pleasure to convey to you my warmest and heartiest fellcitations. I take this opportunity to express my firm conviction that the existing bonds of friendship between our two countries will be further developed in the coming years. I convey my very best wishes for your majesty’s good health, long life and happiness. Please accept, your Excellency, the assurances of my highest consideration."
	President greets his Counterpart of Croatia Dhaka, 24 June, 2008
	President Professor Dr. Iajuddin Ahmed has sent the following congratulatory message to Dr. Stjepan Mesic, President of the Republic of Croatia on the occasion of their Statehood Day which falls on 25 June 2008:
	"Excellency, On the auspicious occasion of the Statehood Day of the Republic of Croatia, it gives me great pleasure to convey to you my warmest greetings and felicitations. I take this opportunity to express my firm belief that the existing friendly relations between our two countries will be further developed in the coming years. I convey my very best wishes for your health, happiness and long life and for the continued peace, progress and prosperity of the people of the Republic of Croatia. Please accept, Excellency, the assurances of my highest consideration."
	President greets his Counterpart of Slovenia Dhaka, 24 June, 2008
	President Professor Dr. Iajuddin Ahmed has sent the following congratulatory message to Dr. Danilo Turk, President of Slovenia on the occasion of their National Day which falls on 25 June 2008:
	"Excellency, It gives me great pleasure to convey to you my warmest greetings and felicitations on the anniversary of the Proclamation of Independence of the republic of Slovenia. I take this opportunity to express my firm belief that the existing friendly relations between our two countries will be further developed in the coming years. I convey my best wishes for your good health, long life and happiness as well as for continued peace, progress and prosperity of the people of the republic of Slovenia. Please accept, Excellency, the assurances of my highest consideration."