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India-Bangladesh Boost Economic Ties, Discuss Trade and Heritage

Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal met with Bangladesh High Commissioner Riaz Hamidullah to discuss strengthening economic partnership and resolving trade issues. The envoy praised Goyal's vision and also shared an appreciation for Bangladesh's Jamdani weaving heritage. External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar separately met the envoy, with conversations focused on advancing bilateral ties. Meanwhile, India continues to assist Bangladesh and other neighbors with energy supplies, including diesel, despite challenges from the West Asia conflict.

Key Points: India, Bangladesh Discuss Economic Partnership, Trade Issues

  • Talks to deepen economic partnership
  • Addressing trade-related issues
  • Energy supply cooperation continues
  • Cultural heritage appreciation
  • Focus on advancing bilateral ties
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Piyush Goyal, Bangladesh envoy discuss ways to deepen economic partnership

Ministers Piyush Goyal and S Jaishankar meet Bangladesh envoy to deepen economic ties, address trade, and discuss energy cooperation.

"He is a leader with exceptional wisdom, passion and foresight. - Riaz Hamidullah"

New Delhi, March 20

Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal on Friday met Bangladesh High Commissioner to India, Riaz Hamidullah, and discussed ways to address trade-related issues and further deepen economic partnership.

Hamidullah posted on X that it was a privilege to call on Commerce Minister, in Delhi.

"He is a leader with exceptional wisdom, passion and foresight. He shared his vision of deepening economic partnership. Discussed ways to advance wider economic partnership aside addressing prevalent trade-related issues to driven by shared benefits for both people," Hamidullah wrote.

"At the end, he was struck learning about Jamdani weaving heritage," The Bangladesh envoy further stated.

Jamdani is a fine muslin fabric originated in Bangladesh. The cherished art of Jamdani weaving has been duly recognised by UNESCO as the intangible cultural heritage.

Earlier in the day, External Affairs Minister (EAM) S Jaishankar met Riaz Hamidullah, with discussions focusing on advancing bilateral ties.

In a post on X, EAM Jaishankar stated, "Met with High Commissioner Riaz Hamidullah of Bangladesh. Our conversation was focused on advancing our bilateral ties."

India on Thursday said that it continues to assist Bangladesh and other neighbouring countries on the issue of energy supply requirements while balancing domestic needs, refining capacity, and diesel availability.

While addressing a weekly media briefing on Thursday, Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal reiterated that India has received energy requests from Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Maldives, and other neighbouring countries.

He mentioned that India has been supplying diesel to Bangladesh since 2007 through various modes of transportation and continues to assist the South Asian nation, along with other neighbouring countries.

With the energy shipping routes having been impacted due to the ongoing West Asia conflict, he mentioned that the supply of LPG remains a matter of concern.

Earlier this month, India's High Commissioner to Bangladesh, Pranay Verma, held a series of meetings with ministers of the newly-formed Tarique Rahman led Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) government, discussing ways to enhance bilateral cooperation between both countries.

- IANS

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Sarah B
I love that the discussion included cultural heritage like Jamdani weaving. Economic partnerships are stronger when they also celebrate shared history and art. A thoughtful touch to diplomacy.
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Rohit P
Good to see continuous engagement. The energy supply part is critical, especially with the global situation. India helping neighbors while balancing domestic needs is the right way. Hope this leads to more seamless trade and fewer barriers.
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Priya S
While the talks sound positive, I hope the "addressing prevalent trade-related issues" part is taken seriously. There are often non-tariff barriers that hurt our exporters. Action on the ground matters more than diplomatic statements.
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Michael C
The fact that they are engaging with the new BNP government so quickly is a smart move. Shows India is committed to the relationship regardless of which party is in power in Dhaka. Stability is key for long-term projects.
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Kavya N
Bangladesh is one of our most important neighbors. Deepening economic ties benefits millions on both sides of the border. From textiles to tech, there's so much potential for collaboration. More power to such meetings!

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