Sri Lanka and Bangladesh discuss trade, investment and agricultural cooperation

Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya met H.E. D. M. Salahuddin Mahmud, High Commissioner of the People’s Republic of Bangladesh to Sri Lanka, at Temple Trees on 14 October.

Welcoming the High Commissioner, the Prime Minister appreciated the longstanding and cordial relations between the two countries. The High Commissioner expressed his appreciation to the Government of Sri Lanka for the support extended to Bangladesh.

The talks focused on opportunities to further strengthen bilateral trade and investment relations, with particular attention to enhancing cooperation in the agricultural sector. Both sides also exchanged views on the importance of renewable energy and food security in advancing their respective development priorities.

The meeting reaffirmed the shared commitment of Sri Lanka and Bangladesh to further strengthening their longstanding bilateral relationship and expanding cooperation in areas of mutual interest.

Those present were Mr. Samapan Barua, Counsellor of the High Commission of the People’s Republic of Bangladesh in Colombo; Mr. Md. Jannatul Habib, Counsellor of the High Commission of the People’s Republic of Bangladesh; Mr. Pradeep Saputhanthri, Secretary to the Prime Minister; Ms. Sagarika Bogahawatta, Additional Secretary to the Prime Minister; and officials from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment and Tourism.