Assam CM Sarbananda Sonowal Calls for Stronger Assam-Bangladesh Ties

Sonowal said that since Assam is a next-door neighbour of Bangladesh, there should be frequent exchange programmes between both the geographical entities.
Assam CM Sarbananda Sonowal Calls for Stronger Assam-Bangladesh Ties

GUWAHATI:

Assam Bangladesh Harmony: Bangladesh High Commissioner to India, Muhammad Imran met Chief Minister Sarbananda Sonowal at the latter's residence here on Saturday and discussed a range of issues having bilateral interests of Assam and Bangladesh.

During the discussion, Chief Minister Sonowal flagged issues concerning bilateral trade and commerce for the mutual interests of both Bangladesh and Assam. Highlighting areas like agriculture, agricultural products, information technology, textile among others, Sonowal said that both Assam and Bangladesh should work to explore markets in their respective territories for mutual benefits.

Sonowal also said that since Assam is a next-door neighbour of Bangladesh, there should be frequent exchange programmes between both the geographical entities. He, therefore, advocated improvement of connectivity between Assam and Bangladesh through waterways, airways and roadways.

Referring to Prime Minister Narendra Modi's 'Act East Policy' which has ushered in new possibilities, Sonowal said that Assam and Bangladesh should collaborate for a new high in their mutual relations.

Bangladesh envoy Imran said that his country is very eager to have more trade and cultural ties with Assam. He also emphasized on re-strengthening import and export between Assam and Bangladesh with cooperative collaborations.

Among those present during the meeting were Industry & Commerce Minister Chandra Mohan Patowary, Chief Minister's Legal Advisor Santanu Bharali, Additional Chief Secretary to the Chief Minister Paban Borthakur, Principal Secretary to Industry & Commerce Dr K.K. Dwivedi, Assistant High Commissioner of Bangladesh in Guwahati Dr. Shah Mohammad Tanvir Monsur, First Secretary Bangladesh High Commission Zakir Ahmed, stated a release.

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