Dhaka, June 11 -- Algerian Foreign Minister Ahmed Attaf has described Foreign Minister Dr Khalilur Rahman's election as President of the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) as a testament not only to his exemplary leadership and distinguished diplomatic service, but also to the increasingly important role of Bangladesh in promoting international cooperation and strengthening multilateralism.

In a warm message of congratulations, Minister of State, Minister of Foreign Affairs, National Community Abroad and African Affairs of the People's Democratic Republic of Algeria Ahmed Attaf conveyed his most sincere felicitations to Dr Khalilur on his election as the UNGA President.

Expressing his confidence in Dr Khalilur's ...