Bangladesh–Greece relations

Bangladesh–Greece relations

Bangladesh	Greece

Bangladesh–Greece relations refer to the bilateral relations of Bangladesh and Greece. Diplomatic relations between the two countries were established in March 1972, when Greece became one of the first countries to recognize Bangladesh.^[1]

Diplomatic representation

As of 1980, the Bangladeshi ambassador in Belgrade was accredited to Greece.^[2]

High level visits

In 2013, former Greek Minister of Public Order and Citizen Protection Nikolaos Dendias paid an official visit to Dhaka.^[3]

Economic relations

Bangladesh and Greece have shown mutual interest in expanding the bilateral trade and investment. Bangladeshi ready made garments, pharmaceuticals, ceramics, jute products, frozen food and leather goods have been identified as products with huge potential in the Greek market.^[4] Greece has also shown interest in importing ships from Bangladesh.^[5] Bangladesh has sought Greece's cooperation in developing its agriculture, shipping, tourism, ICT and renewable energy sectors.^[6]

Bangladeshi expatriates in Greece

As of 2009, there were about 20,000 Bangladeshi expatriates living in Greece.^[5] The community is mainly based in the capital Athens.^[7]

See also

• Greek Memorial, Dhaka

References

1. "Bangladesh becoming economic power". The Daily Star. Retrieved 12 June 2014.
2. Trade with Greece. Athens Chamber of Commerce and Industry. 1980. p. 37.
3. "Greece hails Bangladesh's vibrant economy". Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha. Retrieved 12 June 2014.
4. "Greece to boost ties with Bangladesh". The Financial Express. Retrieved 12 June 2014.
5. "President urges Greece to import ship from Bangladesh". The Bangabhaban. Retrieved 12 June 2014.
6. "Greece to open permanent mission in Dhaka soon". New Age. Retrieved 12 June 2014.
7. Victor Roudometof; Vasilios Makrides (2010). Orthodox Christianity in 21st Century Greece: The Role of Religion in Culture, Ethnicity, and Politics. Ashgate Publishing, Ltd. p. 93. ISBN 978-0-7546-6696-7.