Bangladesh wants to use Pakistan's experience in food storage

The food minister said that 50,000 metric tons of rice imported from Pakistan in the last fiscal year reached the country on time and its quality was also satisfactory. Although there is currently sufficient foodgrain stock in the country, preserving it over the long term while maintaining quality is a major challenge. In this regard, Bangladesh would benefit from utilizing Pakistan's experience and technological knowledge. Noting that there are ample trade opportunities between Bangladesh and Pakistan, she said contact between businessmen and institutions of the two countries must be increased further to expand the agricultural products market.

Pakistan's High Commissioner Imran Haider said that the launch of direct air connectivity has made travel between the people of the two countries easier. Highlighting the huge demand in Pakistan for Bangladesh's ceramic products, betel leaf and pineapple, he emphasized expanding trade. In addition, he invited Bangladeshi students to take advantage of opportunities for higher education, including in cybersecurity and information technology, at Pakistani universities with full funding.

Food Secretary Abu Taher Md. Masud Rana, Director General of the Directorate General of Food Md. Jasim Uddin Khan, Pakistan's Deputy High Commissioner Mohammad Wasif, and other senior officials were present during the meeting.