ISLAMABAD, Tuesday, August 19, 2025 (WNP): Federal Minister for Petroleum Ali Pervaiz Malik and Bangladesh High Commissioner to Pakistan Md. Iqbal Hussain on Tuesday held talks on enhancing bilateral cooperation in energy and mineral resources, with a focus on limestone, coal, and petroleum products.

During the meeting, Minister Malik reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to strengthening ties with Bangladesh, stressing Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif’s vision of deeper collaboration.

“Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif is keen to support our brothers in Bangladesh and enhance cooperation in various sectors. Pakistan values its relationship with Bangladesh and is eager to explore joint ventures that benefit both nations,” he said.

The discussions centered on opportunities in exploration, trade, and investment, alongside knowledge-sharing to optimize the potential of energy and mineral resources.

The Bangladeshi envoy welcomed Pakistan’s willingness to expand cooperation, noting that stronger economic and energy partnerships would contribute to regional stability and prosperity.

Both sides reiterated their resolve to advance trade and investment linkages while exploring new avenues of collaboration in energy and minerals.