State Minister for Foreign Affairs Humaiun Kobir and Uzbekistan’s Deputy Foreign Minister Aloyev Bakhromjon Juraboyevich discussed a possible free trade agreement (FTA) on 18 October. The meeting took place in Baghdad during the 52nd OIC Council of Foreign Ministers meeting.

The two sides discussed ways to expand trade and investment between Bangladesh and Uzbekistan. They also explored opportunities to improve air connectivity, promote tourism, and strengthen business-to-business ties.

Both sides discussed mutual support in multilateral forums. They also considered an FTA as a way to deepen economic cooperation and strengthen bilateral trade.

Humaiun Kobir is leading Bangladesh’s delegation to the OIC Council of Foreign Ministers meeting, held in Baghdad on 17–18 October. He delivered Bangladesh’s statement at the council’s plenary session on 17 October.

Source: The Business Standard