Pakistan-Bangladesh Boost Trade and Cooperation
In the meeting held on the sidelines of the D-8 Summit here, the prime minister stressed taking advantage of the great potential to boost trade in different sectors including chemicals, cement clinkers, surgical goods, leather goods, and IT.
The meeting took place in a cordial environment, truly reflecting the existing goodwill and fraternal ties between Pakistan and Bangladesh, according to a PM Office press release.
Prime Minister Shehbaz highlighted the historical, religious, and cultural linkages between the two countries. He expressed Pakistan’s keen desire to enhance bilateral cooperation, particularly in the areas of trade, people-to-people contacts, and cultural exchanges.
He expressed his gratitude to Bangladesh for the recent steps taken for the facilitation of trade and travel between Pakistan and Bangladesh. This includes waiving off the condition of 100% physical inspection of the consignments from Pakistan and abolishment of special security desk at the Dhaka airport earlier established to scrutinize Pakistani passengers.
The prime minister also thanked Bangladesh for doing away with additional clearance requirements for Pakistani visa applicants.
The two leaders expressed satisfaction over recent positive developments in bilateral relations and noted with satisfaction the increasing frequency of high-level contacts.
They agreed to expand and deepen bilateral cooperation in all areas of mutual interest and emphasized the need to align efforts to achieve mutually beneficial development objectives.
The two leaders acknowledged the importance of people-to-people contacts and cultural exchanges including enhanced exchange of artists, sportspersons, academics students, etc.
They noted with satisfaction the recent visit by the Bangladesh Cricket Team to Pakistan and a concert of a Pakistani artist in Dhaka.
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