Jakarta, Feb. 16 -- Indonesia has congratulated Bangladesh on the successful conduct of its general election and expressed hope for deeper bilateral ties and enhanced cooperation for the benefit and prosperity of both nations, the Indonesian Foreign Ministry (Kemlu) said.

In a statement posted on the official X account @Kemlu_RI and monitored in Jakarta on Monday, Indonesia extended its congratulations to the government and people of Bangladesh on the successful organization of the General Election.

"We commend Chief Adviser Prof. Dr. Muhammad Yunus for his leadership during the transitional period, as well as for the effective preparation and implementation of the election," the statement said.

The ministry also expressed hope that In...