On Wednesday, May 29, 2024, Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina of Bangladesh attended an event at the Bangabandhu International Conference Center to celebrate International United Nations Peacekeepers Day. During the event, she observed a moment of silence in memory of Bangladeshi peacekeepers who were killed while serving in UN peacekeeping missions.
Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina paid tribute to the fallen and injured members of the UN peacekeeping missions, acknowledging their contributions. She remarked, “Our brave peacekeepers are risking their lives to establish peace in various parts of the world. Their sacrifice and bravery make us proud.”
The event was attended by high-ranking government officials, members of the military, foreign diplomats, and UN representatives. Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina praised the outstanding role of Bangladeshi peacekeepers in promoting global peace and extended her deepest condolences to their families.
She further stated, “Bangladesh is one of the top contributors of peacekeepers to UN missions. We are always committed to working for peace and security, and this effort will continue.”
The Prime Minister wished a speedy recovery to the injured peacekeepers and thanked them for their courage and contributions. Towards the end of the event, a special documentary was shown in memory of the fallen peacekeepers, and all attendees observed a moment of silence in their honor.
