The relations with the new democratic Myanmar are of strategic importance, as they are the gateway to China and ASEAN economies, besides spelling a potential supply of natural gas.
In its latest move, the Bangladesh embassy on Saturday showcased the cultural linkages between the two countries, flying in Bangladesh’s tribal cultural troupes, mostly from the Marma, Chakma, and Tripura tribes.
They rendered their traditional performances, featuring the cultural similarities, to celebrate Bangla New Year at the chancery in Yangon in front of high-profile ruling party politicians, among others.
Chief Patron of the ruling National League of Democracy (NLD) U Tin Oo and Chief Minister of Yangon U Phyo Min Thein were among the guests. They were welcomed with a splash of water, a tradition in New Year celebrations in Myanmar’s Rakhine state and in Bangladesh’s tribal communities. (Courtesy of bdnews24.com)
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