Placing emphasis on the long standing and burgeoning relations between the two countries, Ambassador Holenstein conveyed Switzerland’s commitment to stand beside Bangladesh, support its ambitions for a prosperous future and an inclusive society, as well as its humanitarian efforts in times of need.
Prior to his appointment as the Ambassador of Switzerland to Bangladesh, Ambassador Holenstein served as the Swiss Ambassador to the Kyrgyz Republic. Before that he was head of the Multilateral Division of Switzerland’s Humanitarian Aid. His earlier overseas postings have been in Burkina Faso, Bosnia and Herzegovina.
Switzerland and Bangladesh always have had excellent relations based on mutual understanding and trust. Switzerland was one of the first countries to recognize Bangladesh after its independence. This year Switzerland and Bangladesh celebrate the 45th anniversary of the establishment of bilateral relations.