In a significant display of international support, former US President and Nobel Peace Prize laureate Barack Obama, along with 92 other Nobel laureates and 106 global leaders, including elected officials, business figures, and civil society representatives, have extended their congratulations to Dr Muhammad Yunus, Bangladesh's Chief Adviser of the interim government.
In a joint letter, these prominent global personalities expressed their good wishes for Dr Yunus, recognising his leadership and vision for Bangladesh’s future. The letter, addressed to "the people of Bangladesh and citizens of goodwill worldwide," was published as a full-page advertisement in the Washington Post on Wednesday (September 4).
Asif Nazrul, the law adviser to the interim government, shared a screenshot of the letter on Facebook, garnering widespread attention.
The letter wished for "peace and success for Bangladesh in the coming months and years," reflecting the global community’s hope for the country’s progress.
Referring to what they termed Bangladesh’s ‘second independence,’ the signatories, which include global figures like business magnate Richard Branson and renowned activist Jane Goodall, emphasized the vital role of Dr Yunus in inspiring a new generation.
"As the youth have inspired Muhammad Yunus, we believe he too will play a crucial role in inspiring them towards a brighter future for Bangladesh," the letter said, indicating the global leaders’ faith in Dr Yunus’s ability to guide the nation towards prosperity.
The letter also lauded the interim government's commitment to restoring free and fair elections in Bangladesh, a significant point of focus as the country prepares for its future political landscape.
In their concluding remarks, the international leaders extended their support for Bangladesh's efforts under Dr Yunus’s leadership to build "a new and better nation." They expressed their readiness to assist in any way possible to back this endeavor.
This public declaration of support is being seen as a noteworthy moment in Bangladesh’s political discourse, particularly as the country navigates its path towards democracy and development under its interim leadership.
Dr Yunus, who is also a Nobel Peace Prize laureate for his pioneering work in microfinance, has long been a figure of global admiration, and this letter adds another chapter to his legacy as a leader both at home and abroad.
