DHAKA: Prime Minister of Kazakhstan Olzhas Bektenov paid a courtesy call to the Prime Minister of the People’s Republic of Bangladesh, Tarique Rahman, on Wednesday.
The meeting took place on the sidelines of the World Economic Forum’s (WEF) “Summer Davos” in China at 10:15 AM (local time).
During the meeting, Prime Minister Tarique Rahman emphasized the necessity of strengthening bilateral relations between Bangladesh and Kazakhstan. Both leaders agreed on establishing permanent diplomatic missions in their respective capitals—Dhaka and Astana—to further bolster these ties.
They also underscored the importance of regular bilateral discussions to enhance political, business, and people-to-people connectivity.
Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov expressed optimism regarding the prospects of increased trade and investment between the two nations.
The discussion also covered various economic avenues, including the potential for exporting skilled Bangladeshi workers to Kazakhstan, as well as collaboration in renewable energy, digital infrastructure, technology, agribusiness, and food processing sectors.
Furthermore, Prime Minister Bektenov sought Bangladesh’s support for Kazakhstan’s proposal to establish a specialized United Nations agency focused on “Water Diplomacy.” Prime Minister Tarique Rahman conveyed Bangladesh’s support for the initiative.
Foreign Minister Dr. Khalilur Rahman, Prime Minister’s Foreign Affairs Advisor Humayun Kabir, and Additional Press Secretary Atiqur Rahman Rumon were present at the meeting.