Pakistan, Bangladesh express joint commitment to strengthen economic, diplomatic ties

 ISLAMABAD, Oct 29 (APP): Anisuzzaman Chowdhury, Special Assistant (State Minister, Ministry of Finance) to the Chief Adviser of Government of Bangladesh, paid a courtesy call on the Minister of State for Finance and Railways, Mr. Bilal Azhar Kayani, at the Ministry of Finance here on Wednesday.

The two ministers engaged in highly productive discussions focused on the mutual goal of strengthening bilateral ties, exploring new avenues for economic cooperation, and forging partnerships for future development between the two nations. 

Key areas of cooperation highlighted included increasing bilateral trade, cooperation in the energy and broader economic sectors, and improving transportation links, notably through the resumption of direct flights to enhance people-to-people connectivity. 

The constructive discussions successfully reaffirmed the unwavering commitment of both nations to fostering closer economic and diplomatic relations for the mutual benefit of their populations.

The Bangladesh Special Assistant was accompanied by H.E. Md. Iqbal Hussain Khan, High Commissioner of Bangladesh to Pakistan; Md. Tayub Ali, Counsellor (Press); and Ms. Israt Jahan, Counsellor (Political) & Head of Chancery. Representing the Pakistani side was Dr. Hasan Muhammad Mohsin, Economic Advisor, Ministry of Finance, Pakistan.

Later, Dr. Anisuzzaman Chowdhury met the Chairman of the Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP).

The meeting included presentations and discussions on capital market development in the two countries and exploration of potential areas of policy cooperation.

The Special Assistant to the Chief Advisor visited the Federal Tax Ombudsman’s Office and exchanged views on the development of the administrative and tax system.

The visit is seen as an important step in further strengthening economic, trade and investment cooperation between Bangladesh and Pakistan.