Dhaka, June 26 -- Foreign Minister Dr AK Abdul Momen has said the strong political determination and innovative initiatives of the member states will make the Bimstec more effective in the coming days.

"Let's reaffirm our firm conviction to intensify our efforts in realizing the objective and purposes of BIMSTEC through working collectively for the betterment of the people of the region,"he said while addressing a reception marking the 22nd Bimstec Day celebration at its Secretariat on Tuesday night.

Bimstec Secretary General Ambassador M Shahidul Islam also spoke at the reception attended by acting Foreign Secretary Mahbub UzZaman, diplomats stationed in Dhaka, senior journalists.

Dr Momen said Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina ...