Russian President Vladimir Putin has extended his heartfelt congratulations to Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina on her re-nomination to the post of the premier.
 
"Russian-Bangladeshi relations have been traditionally developing in the spirit of friendship. Hopefully, your activities as the Head of the Government will further contribute to strengthening the constructive bilateral cooperation for the benefit of the people of our countries," reads a letter sent by Putin to Bangladesh premier.

The Russian president also wished Sheikh Hasina success, sound health and well-being.