Islamabad: Deputy Prime Minister Mohammad Ishaq Dar met with the Foreign Minister of Bangladesh and President-elect of the 81st Session of the United Nations General Assembly, Khalilur Rehman, on the sidelines of the 33rd ASEAN Regional Forum (ARF) Ministerial Meeting.

According to Radio Pakistan, the leaders reviewed the positive trajectory of Pakistan-Bangladesh relations and the renewed impetus provided by the Deputy Prime Minister's visit to Bangladesh last year. During their meeting, they reaffirmed their shared commitment to further strengthening bilateral ties.

The leaders welcomed the growing engagement between the two countries, highlighting enhanced people-to-people contacts and improved connectivity following the commencement of direct flights this year. They agreed to sustain this positive trajectory in their relations.

Additionally, they exchanged views on regional and international issues of mutual interest, signaling a continued collaboration on matters affecting both nations.