The International Day of United Nations Peacekeepers will be observed in Bangladesh and elsewhere in the world on Thursday.
On 29 May, UN offices, member states and non-governmental organizations, will hold events to honour the memory of the UN peacekeepers who have lost their lives in the cause of peace.
Tribute will be paid to all the men and women who have served in UN peacekeeping operations, according to a press release.
Since the first UN peacekeeping mission ensued in 1948, more than 3,200 military, police and civilian personnel have lost their lives in the service of peace as a result of acts of violence, accidents and disease.
President Abdul Hamid and Prime Minister gave separate messages on the occasion.
In his message, President Abdul Hamid conveyed his heartfelt congratulations and felicitations to all the members of Bangladesh Armed Forces and Bangladesh Police deployed in different UN Peacekeeping Missions.
“It is a matter of great pride that Bangladeshi peacekeepers have played a great role in enhancing the image of the country as well as upholding the spirit of the UN,” he said.
Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina in her message said, “At present, Bangladesh is a ‘Model of Confidence’ for promoting peace and stability in various areas of conflict in the world.”
“To uphold this magnificent image,” she said “I hope that the peacekeepers of Bangladesh Armed Forces and Police will contribute more with their highest standard of professionalism, skill and dedication.”
Bangladesh Armed Forces have taken various programmes to mark the day.
On the occasion, a programme will be held at Bangabandhu International Conference Centre (BICC), where President Abdul Hamid is expected to attend.
Bangladesh television and private television channels will telecast the programme live.
Source: UNB Coonnect
