The chief adviser of the interim government. Grand Imam of Al Azhar University expressed hope that Bangladesh will prosper and improve under the leadership of Muhammad Yunus. Ahmed Al Tayeb. Chief Adviser Professor Yunus met with the head of the world's most prestigious Islamic religious institution at the Ritz Carlton Hotel in Baku, the capital of Azerbaijan, on Tuesday morning.
This information was given in a statement sent from the office of the chief adviser on Monday.
It is said that Professor Yunus was invited by Grand Imam Dr. to give a lecture at Al-Azhar University. Ahmed Al Tayeb. He also said that Al-Azhar University will announce fully funded scholarships for Bangladeshi students.
Grand Imam said, 'We are optimistic about the future of Bangladesh under your leadership. You are a smart person. Bangladesh will reach new heights after the revolution. I salute you for acting with discretion.'
Professor Yunus thanked the Grand Imam for the invitation. He invited the Grand Imam to visit Bangladesh after the mass coup.
In the meeting, the Chief Adviser spoke about the mass uprising and the reform initiatives undertaken by the interim government. The Grand Imam hoped that the reform process of Bangladesh would be successful.
He praised Professor Yunus for his leadership, his social service, Grameen Bank's pioneering role as a micro-lender and his lifelong efforts to fight poverty.
Professor Yunus expressed his gratitude to Al-Azhar University and presented 'The Art of Triumph', a collection of colorful and diverse graffiti paintings painted by students on the walls of the capital Dhaka during the anti-discrimination student movement in Bangladesh last July-August.
The Grand Imam praised the artistic skills of Bangladeshi students. He also praised the merit of the Bangladeshi students studying at Al-Azhar University to the Chief Adviser.
