State Minister for Foreign Affairs Shama Obaed Islam met Mayor Francisco de la Torre Prados of Málaga at the mayor’s office in Dhaka on Oct 28, 2026, discussing bilateral cooperation.
The minister briefed the mayor on Bangladesh’s democratic progress and thanked Spain for its support, citing EU solidarity.
Talks covered potential collaboration in agriculture, ICT, skills development, student exchanges, trade, cultural programmes, tourism and the creative economy.
The mayor expressed appreciation for Bangladesh’s hosting of 1.3 million Rohingya refugees and urged an early durable solution to the crisis.
Both sides signaled eagerness to deepen engagement between relevant Bangladeshi ministries and Málaga municipal authorities.
The meeting underscores Bangladesh’s outreach to European sub‑national partners as part of its broader foreign‑policy strategy.
No immediate agreements were announced, but the dialogue sets the groundwork for future projects and joint initiatives.
Why it matters
The dialogue strengthens Bangladesh’s diplomatic ties with the EU and highlights international support for a durable Rohingya solution.