Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus thanked Australia for resuming visa processing operations in Dhaka as newly appointed Australian High Commissioner to Bangladesh Susan Ryle called on him at the State Guest House Jamuna here today.
“Visa applications can be submitted online” the High Commissioner said, adding that over 65,000 Bangladeshis now live in Australia plus an addition 14,000 students.
During the meeting, they discussed ongoing reform efforts of the Interim Government, election preparations, expansion of bilateral trade and the Rohingya crisis.
“We are going through a series of important changes following chaotic times,” Prof Yunus said, highlighting the reform initiatives of his government.
“Our focus remains on constitutional, judicial, and administrative reforms – these are the foundations for building a stronger Bangladesh. We are working closely with all political parties to ensure a smooth transition, and next month we will launch the July Charter on the anniversary of the historic July uprising,” the Chief Adviser said.
