Sun Oct 06 20:41:38 UTC 2024: ## Bangladesh and India Stress Cooperation for Mutual Benefit

**DHAKA, October 2, 2024 (BSS)** – Bangladesh and India have reiterated their commitment to strengthening bilateral relations, emphasizing the need for collaborative efforts for the well-being of their citizens.

This sentiment was expressed during a courtesy call by Indian High Commissioner Pranay Verma on Foreign Affairs Adviser Md Touhid Hossain at the Foreign Ministry in Dhaka. The meeting focused on a range of bilateral issues, with a particular emphasis on the resumption of regular visa processing by the Indian High Commission.

Both Mr. Hossain and Mr. Verma underscored the importance of reactivating regular bilateral mechanisms between the two countries. Mr. Hossain referenced his meeting with Indian External Affairs Minister Dr. S Jaishankar on the sidelines of the 79th UN General Assembly in New York, highlighting the shared desire for enhanced collaboration.

The meeting also explored potential areas for further cooperation, including increased trade, progress on ongoing development projects, and strengthening people-to-people connections between the two nations.

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