Dhaka, June 3 -- The African Union has congratulated Foreign Minister Dr Khalilur Rahman on his election as president of the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA).

"The election of Dr Rahman is a major milestone for Bangladesh, allowing it to enhance its global presence among others," said the African Union in a message through X.

It added that Khalilur Rahman significantly influenced his country's foreign policy.

Foreign Minister Khalilur Rahman was elected president of the 81st session of the UNGA after defeating Cyprus in the election held at the UN headquarters in New York on Tuesday.

In the ballot, 190 votes were cast, with Bangladesh receiving 99 and Cyprus 91.

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