Vietnam President Quang in capital
President of Vietnam Tran Dai Quang arrived in the capital on a three-day state visit yesterday amid a rousing reception, reports UNB. The Vietnamese President arrived here at the invitation of his Bangladesh counterpart Abdul Hamid with both the countries looking for a broader trade and investment ties. President Abdul Hamid along with his wife Rashida Khanom received Tran Dai Quang and his spouse as he arrived at Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport at 3:52 pmon Sundayby a special flight, an official told UNB. Cabinet members, including Finance Minister Abul Maal Abdul Muhith, Industries Minister Amir Hossain Amu, Commerce Minister Tofail Ahmed, Agriculture Minister Matia Chowdhury,Foreign Minister AH Mahmood Ali, Dean of Diplomatic Corp, chiefs of three services,IGP Dr Javed Patwari, secretary concerned to the president and civil and military high officials were present on the occasion.
A smartly turned out contingent comprising members of Bangladesh Army, Air Force and Bangladesh Navy gave guard of honour to the Vietnamese President. He was welcomed with a 21-gun salute.
Two tiny tots presented bouquets to President Tran Dai Quang.
After the warm reception at the airport, the Vietnamese President was taken to Sonargaon Hotel in a ceremonial motorcade where he will be staying during the visit.
