Dhaka, July 21 -- Maldivian High Commissioner to Bangladesh Shiuneen Rasheed on Tuesday underscored the vital role of the media in strengthening bilateral relations between Bangladesh and the Maldives, saying journalism can help deepen mutual understanding and expand cooperation in key sectors.

Speaking during a visit to the offices of the Dhaka Tribune and the Bangla Tribune, she said the media plays an important role in promoting Bangladesh-Maldives cooperation and enhancing people-to-people connectivity through promoting culture, tourism and investment opportunities.

She visited the two media outlets at the invitation of their editors, toured the newsrooms, interacted with journalists and held discussions with their management.

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