Pressenza’s Nayan Khiang Meets French Envoy to Boost Expat Welfare Bilateral Ties

By G M Forhadul Mozumder (Dhaka Bureau) A significant bilateral courtesy meeting took place between the French Ambassador to Bangladesh, Jean-Marc Séré-Charlet, and Nayan Khiang- a French citizen of Bangladeshi descent, writer, journalist and representative of the Pressenza- Paris Bureau. Spanning over an hour in Dhaka recently, the vital discussion covered a wide range of topics, including issues concerning the Bangladeshi community living in France, bilateral trade, education, and cultural cooperation. Alongside issues of mutual interest between France and Bangladesh, the meeting strongly highlighted the daily and administrative challenges faced by Bangladeshi immigrants in France. Community Welfare and Humanitarian Cooperation The discussions shed light on the humanitarian initiatives of the volunteer organization ‘Solidarité Asie France’ (SAF), which aims to provide administrative and social support to immigrants and foster their integration into French society. Particular emphasis was placed on streamlining the family reunification process for expatriate Bangladeshis in France and taking effective steps to resolve various administrative complexities. Higher Education, Trade and the Role of Expatriates Bilateral discussions explored creating higher education opportunities for Bangladeshi students in France, simplifying university admission processes, and expanding import-export and commercial relations between the two nations. Additionally, positive talks were held on strengthening the role of the Embassy of Bangladesh in France, attracting potential investors, and maximizing the benefits of the ‘Talent Visa’ scheme for skilled professionals and innovative entrepreneurs. Cultural Bridge and Bilateral Relations Concluding the meeting, Nayan Khiang of the Pressenza Paris Bureau expressed sincere gratitude to the French Ambassador for his warm cooperation. Highlighting his published literary works in both French and Bengali as a French-Bengali translator, along with his social initiatives, he stated, ‘This dialogue between France and Bangladesh will open new doors of opportunity for the citizens, students, families, entrepreneurs, and volunteer organizations of both countries.’ Nayan Khiang also briefed the ambassador on his personal and professional activities, as well as his social and organizational endeavors as a known French-Bengali translator. Reiterating his thanks to Ambassador Jean-Marc Séré-Charlet at the conclusion of the meeting, Nayan Khiang remarked, ‘Strengthening the ties between France and Bangladesh means creating fresh opportunities for the citizens, students, families, entrepreneurs, and volunteer organizations of our two nations.’ It is anticipated that this meeting will further consolidate the humanitarian, cultural, and economic relations between the two friendly nations, forging new pathways for pragmatic initiatives and cooperation for the welfare of their peoples. G M Forhadul Mozumder, Staff Correspondent, Pressenza Dhaka Bureau.

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