Pakistani Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar, Muhammad Yunus discuss SAARC, other issues during Dhaka meeting

The relationship between Pakistan and Bangladesh has improved since the former PM Sheikh Hasina-led government was toppled amid severe protests against her regime on August 5, 2024.

As per Pakistani Foreign Office X post, Dar and Yunus' discussion covered revival of old connections between the two countries, promoting youth linkages, enhancing connectivity, and augmenting trade and economic cooperation.

The Foreign Office said the recent developments in the region and the prospects of regional cooperation were also discussed.

"The DPM/FM conveyed the Prime Minister’s greetings for the Chief Adviser. He apprised the Chief Adviser of his engagements in Dhaka and the key outcomes of his visit. He also thanked the Chief Adviser for the excellent visit arrangements and the warm hospitality extended to him and his delegation during the course of visit," the X post said.

Dar also met  Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) Chairperson and ex-prime minister Khaleda Zia later in the day.

Zia had served as Bangladesh PM in the past.

The meeting took place at her residence.

During the meeting, the two leader's recalled Zia's visit to Bangladesh in 2006.

Dar wished her speedy recovery from her ailment.

Pakistan and Bangladesh signed six agreements in various areas of cooperation following delegation-level talks between Dar and Bangladesh Foreign Adviser Touhid Hossain, reported Dawn News.