After 12-year hiatus, Pakistani trade delegation visits Bangladesh

A Pakistani trade delegation, led by the President of the Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FPCCI), Atif Ikram Sheikh, visited Bangladesh after a 12-year hiatus.

The visit emphasised enhancing bilateral economic relations and boosting investments between the two nations.

According to a statement from FPCCI, the delegation met with Sheikh Bashiruddin, Bangladesh's Minister for Commerce. The Pakistani representatives stressed the importance of increasing economic ties and investment opportunities between the two countries.

FPCCI President Atif Ikram Sheikh noted, "This is the beginning of a new era, and we will stand by Bangladesh at every turn." He also highlighted that Bangladesh’s Minister for Commerce had expressed a commitment to prioritising trade relations with Pakistan.

FPCCI Senior Vice President, Saqib Fyaz Magoo, welcomed the easing of visa conditions for Pakistanis by Bangladesh, urging the issuance of long-term visas to the Pakistani business community. He added that Pakistan had also relaxed visa restrictions for Bangladesh nationals.

Bangladesh’s Minister for Commerce, Sheikh Bashiruddin, emphasised, "We will work together to explore economic, industrial, business, and trade opportunities with Pakistan."

He also confirmed that both countries had agreed to increase mutual trade and that efforts would be made to encourage Pakistani businesses.

The meeting was also attended by Pakistan’s High Commissioner to Bangladesh, Syed Ahmed Maroof.