Bangladesh has formally established diplomatic relations with the Caribbean nation of Grenada. The official commencement of diplomatic relations between the two countries took place through the signing of a Joint Communiqué at the Bangladesh High Commission in London.
Both Bangladesh and Grenada became members of the United Nations on 17 September 1974. Although various forms of contact and exchanges have continued between the two countries over the years, formal diplomatic relations had not been established until now.
On February 05, 2026 (Thursday) afternoon, the Joint Communiqué was signed on behalf of the two countries in London by Bangladesh’s High Commissioner to the United Kingdom, Abida Islam, and Grenada’s High Commissioner to the United Kingdom, Racher Croney. The formal ceremony was held at the Bangladesh High Commission in London.
In her remarks, High Commissioner Abida Islam described this diplomatic milestone as an important and memorable moment in the history of Bangladesh’s foreign relations. She stated that this historic step, approved by the Advisory Council led by Honorable Chief Adviser Professor Dr. Muhammad Yunus, marks the beginning of a new chapter in South–South cooperation.
She emphasized that this is not merely a diplomatic formality, but a bridge between South Asia and the Caribbean region. The relationship, she noted, is being built on mutual respect and a shared vision for a just global order.
As Commonwealth member states, she said, both countries deeply understand the value of sovereignty and the resilience required for nation-building. Highlighting their unique historical ties within the Commonwealth, she added, “Together, we will strengthen our voices on the international stage.”
High Commissioner Abida Islam further noted that Bangladesh’s global leadership in disaster resilience and Grenada’s influential position among Small Island Developing States (SIDS) could be brought together to form a strong partnership. She also mentioned that Bangladesh’s global capabilities in the pharmaceutical and textile sectors, combined with Grenada’s strategic location in the Caribbean, would be leveraged to expand cooperation in trade and industry.
She expressed hope that this partnership would further deepen mutual engagement, with both countries continuing to advocate for equitable development and climate justice.
Speaking at the event, Grenada’s High Commissioner to the United Kingdom, Racher Croney, stated that both Bangladesh and Grenada are members of the Commonwealth and are bound by its shared principles of democracy, development, the rule of law, and multilateral cooperation.
He noted that as developing countries of the Global South, Bangladesh and Grenada face many common challenges, particularly in the areas of climate change, sustainable development, and economic resilience.
He further stated that the establishment of formal diplomatic relations has opened new avenues for cooperation in key areas, including trade and investment, education and capacity-building, and climate action. He also expressed hope that engagement between Bangladesh and Grenada would deepen further in multilateral forums such as the United Nations and the Commonwealth.
