Bangladesh, Pakistan discuss next round of foreign secretary-level consultations

Bangladesh and Pakistan, on Thursday, discussed holding the next round of foreign secretary-level consultations.

The issue was discussed when the High Commissioner of Pakistan to Bangladesh Syed Ahmed Maroof met the Foreign Secretary Md Jashim Uddin at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

Strengthening cooperation in areas of trade, and commerce, enhancing people-to-people contacts, and the issue of the Rohingyas also featured in their discussion.

They also discussed tapping the potential of SAARC, according to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

The High Commissioner congratulated the Foreign Secretary on assuming his new responsibilities, reports UNB.

The Foreign Secretary conveyed thanks for the congratulatory message from the Prime Minister of Pakistan to the Chief Adviser.

He also discussed the background of the recent mass uprising and the priorities of the Interim Government.