List of high commissioners of Bangladesh to the United Kingdom

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High Commissioner of Bangladesh to the United Kingdom
যুক্তরাজ্য নিযুক্ত বাংলাদেশের হাইকমিশনার
National emblem of Bangladesh.svg
Incumbent
Vacant
since September 29, 2024
Ministry of Foreign Affairs
Style
Reports to Flag of the Chief Adviser of Bangladesh.svg Chief Adviser
Flag of Bangladesh.svg Minister of Foreign Affairs
Residence London, United Kingdom
Seat High Commission of Bangladesh, London
NominatorThe Government of Bangladesh
Appointer
Term length Chief Adviser’s pleasure
Inaugural holder Syed Abdus Sultan
Formation1972;53 years ago (1972)
Salary300000 (US$2,500)
per month
(incl. allowances)
Website Official website

The high commissioner of Bangladesh to the United Kingdom is the chief diplomatic representative of Bangladesh to the United Kingdom. [1] [2] [3]

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List of high commissioners of Bangladesh to the United Kingdom

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