PM expresses sympathy over Trumps diagnosis

Unb, Dhaka

Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina yesterday wrote to US President Donald Trump sending a message of sympathy after he and First Lady Melania Trump were diagnosed with Covid-19.

"I'm saddened to have learnt that you have, unfortunately, contracted the novel coronavirus and began your treatment at a hospital," Hasina wrote.

The PM wished full recovery of the US president and the first lady at the soonest.

"Hope to see you back in your office with a robust and vibrant disposition in the coming days so that you can continue to lead your country in its fight against coronavirus and related challenges," she wrote in her letter.