Dhaka, Feb 14 (V7N) — The Italian Embassy has congratulated the people of Bangladesh on the peaceful and orderly conduct of the 13th National Assembly elections and referendum held on Thursday (February 12).

In a statement, the Embassy also congratulated the Bangladesh Nationalist Party for securing an absolute majority in the elections.

The Italian Embassy called on all political forces in Bangladesh to work together to build a prosperous and democratic future. It also expressed optimism regarding the prospects for strengthening bilateral cooperation between Italy and Bangladesh.

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