, November 23 -- Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus and visiting Bhutanese Prime Minister Tshering Tobgay have reasserted their dedicati...
, November 23 -- Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus and visiting Bhutanese Prime Minister Tshering Tobgay have reasserted their dedication and collaboration at global, regional, and sub-regional levels, such as SAARC and BIMSTEC, guided by the values of common principles, mutual respect, understanding, cooperation, and a collective goal of peace and development.
They also reconfirmed their dedication to long-term bilateral interactions and collaboration.
Both parties showed approval of the creation of the Joint Working Group (JWG) aimed at promoting the growth of the Bhutanese Special Economic Zone (SEZ) in Kurigram and acknowledged the continued teamwork.
In a joint statement released on Sunday, the leaders indicated their approval of the progress made in implementing the agreement regarding 'traffic-in-transit', highlighting that the trial transport of goods from Chattogram Port to Burimari Land Port is nearing completion.
Bangladesh suggested providing medicine to Bhutan through a government-to-government arrangement.
Bhutan plays a crucial role in Dhaka's plan for regional commerce, according to Prof Yunus
Both parties recognized that this collaboration would improve Bhutan's access to cost-effective and high-quality medical supplies.
Invited by the Chief Adviser, the Prime Minister of Bhutan is currently on a state visit to Bangladesh, which will last from November 22 to 24.
He is set to depart Dhaka for Thimphu on Monday morning, according to a senior official from UNB, who added that Foreign Affairs Adviser Md Touhid Hossain will accompany him to the airport.
The Prime Minister of Bhutan was joined by Lyonpo D.N. Dhungyel, the Minister of Foreign Affairs and External Trade; Lyonpo Namgyal Dorji, the Minister of Industry, Commerce, and Employment; and other high-ranking officials from the Bhutanese government.
Bangladesh and Bhutan have signed two Memorandums of Understanding regarding internet connectivity and health collaboration.
The visit of Prime Minister Tobgay to Bangladesh highlights the enduring friendship and positive sentiments that have consistently characterized the ties between the two nations, as stated in the joint declaration.
The head advisor organized a dinner to celebrate the Prime Minister of Bhutan on Saturday night.
The leaders of the governments had formal discussions on Saturday in a setting marked by sincere warmth and friendliness, symbolizing the long-established bond between the two nations.
The two leaders expressed great pleasure at the strong condition of their bilateral ties and reviewed all aspects of their relationship, covering trade, infrastructure, and interactions between citizens.
Remembering that Bhutan was the first nation to acknowledge Bangladesh as an independent country on 6 December 1971, Professor Yunus conveyed appreciation for Bhutan's significant assistance during Bangladesh's struggle for independence.
Each party emphasized the significance of boosting trade between them and reinforcing collaboration within the private sector.
The Prime Minister, Tobgay, also met with business executives from Bangladesh to investigate potential opportunities for economic and commercial partnership.
Bangladesh recognized the King of Bhutan's worldwide perspective on the Gelephu Mindfulness City (GMC) and expressed its willingness to support the development of GMC in Bhutan.
Both parties showed approval regarding the current level of continuous collaboration across areas including personnel development, infrastructure connectivity, tourism, and cultural exchange.
With the attendance of the two leaders, two Memorandums of Understanding were signed: one concerning the Trade of International Internet Bandwidth and other Telecommunication Services, and another regarding the Appointment of Health Workforce.
The leader of the government thanked for the friendly reception and generous treatment offered to him along with his team.
He invited the Chief Adviser to come to Bhutan at a time that suits both parties.
Both leaders emphasized their dedication to long-term partnerships and collaboration between the two nations and their citizens.
The executive chairman of BIDA, Ashik Chowdhury, and leaders from the National Citizen Party separately met with visiting Bhutanese Prime Minister Tshering Tobgay at a city hotel on Sunday.
