DHAKA, Nov 27, 2024 (BSS) – Foreign Affairs Adviser Md. Touhid Hossain today reaffirmed Bangladesh's dedication to safeguarding religious sites and fostering interfaith harmony.

He made the commitment while representing Bangladesh at the United Nations Global Conference on Safeguarding Religious Sites: A Multi-stakeholder Approach, held in Cascais, Portugal, said a foreign ministry’s press release here.

In his address, the adviser emphasized that the Bangladesh government ensures equal respect for all faiths through inclusive policies, national holidays for diverse religious occasions, and transparency via open media access.

Highlighting acts of unity, Touhid shared how young Muslim students recently protected Hindu temples during a major festival, showcasing the spirit of peaceful coexistence.

He called for global collaboration to address rising threats to religious sites and combat disinformation campaigns undermining interfaith unity.