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Pakistan and Bangladesh Strengthen Ties with New Agreements

8/24/2025

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Pakistan's Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar visited Bangladesh on August 23-24, the first visit in 13 years.
Six Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) were signed, covering visa-free travel for diplomats, trade cooperation, and cultural exchanges.
The "Pakistan-Bangladesh Knowledge Corridor" was launched, providing 500 scholarships for Bangladeshi students in medical studies over five years.
Bilateral trade discussions highlighted a 27% increase to $865 million and regional cooperation efforts, including SAARC revival.
The visit signifies improved relations following political changes in Bangladesh, focusing on mutual respect and cooperation.

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Pakistan's Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar visited Bangladesh on August 23-24, the first visit in 13 years.
Six Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) were signed, covering visa-free travel for diplomats, trade cooperation, and cultural exchanges.
The "Pakistan-Bangladesh Knowledge Corridor" was launched, providing 500 scholarships for Bangladeshi students in medical studies over five years.
Bilateral trade discussions highlighted a 27% increase to $865 million and regional cooperation efforts, including SAARC revival.
The visit signifies improved relations following political changes in Bangladesh, focusing on mutual respect and cooperation.