Japan views Bangladesh as key dev partner: Jamaat Ameer

Jamaat Amir Dr. Shafiqur Rahman talking to journalists on his return from a week-long visit to Japan on Saturday 9 May 2026.

Dhaka, Amy 9 --Jamaat-e-Islami Ameer Dr Shafiqur Rahman on Saturday said Japan considers Bangladesh an important development partner and is interested in expanding bilateral cooperation in the days ahead.

Speaking to journalists at Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport after returning from a week-long visit to Japan, he said discussions were held with officials of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan, Japan International Cooperation Agency and several other organisations.

According to him, the talks focused on investment, infrastructure development, educational exchange, skill development, disaster management and broader cooperation in Bangladesh’s development sector.

He said both sides also stressed the importance of transparency and accountability in implementing development projects. Cooperation in cancer treatment, rural development and climate change mitigation also came up during the discussions.

Dr Shafiqur Rahman said he also inquired about those injured in the July movement who are currently receiving treatment in Thailand, urging the government to ensure proper treatment, rehabilitation and psychological support for them.

Expressing concern over the country’s law and order situation, he called on the government to take effective steps to curb crime and ensure public safety.

He also urged authorities to closely monitor the market situation and take necessary measures to protect consumers.

A number of Jamaat leaders and activists welcomed him at the airport upon his return to Dhaka.

Dr Shafiqur Rahman left Dhaka for Japan on May 2, accompanied by Saiful Alam Khan Milon, a member of the party’s Central Executive Council, and Barrister Mir Ahmad Bin Quasem Arman, adviser on foreign affairs to the Jamaat Ameer. - UNB