President Abdul Hamid on Monday advised Bangladesh Navy to utilize the potentials of Blue Economy with a view to accelerating the country’s economic development.
The President said this when newly appointed Chief of Naval Staff Vice Admiral Mohammed Nizamuddin Ahmed made a courtesy call on the President at Bangabhaban here.
During the meeting, President Hamid advised the navy chief to take necessary steps to remove river pollution, especially from the Buriganga river, President’s Press Secretary Joynal Abedin told BSS.
He hoped the development of Bangladesh Navy would continue during the tenure of the navy chief.
Admiral Nizamuddin Ahmed expressed gratitude to the President as he was made the navy chief.
He said Bangladesh Navy would continue to make efforts for development of the country by exploiting the marine resources.
The new navy chief sought the President’s cooperation in discharging his duties.
Secretaries concerned to the President were present.
