Pakistan, Bangladesh seek stronger energy cooperation

Pakistan and Bangladesh discussed expanding cooperation in energy and mineral sectors, with focus on trade and joint ventures in limestone, coal and petroleum.

ISLAMABAD: Federal Minister for Petroleum Ali Pervaiz Malik met Bangladesh’s High Commissioner to Pakistan, Md. Iqbal Hussain, in Islamabad on August 19 to discuss strengthening bilateral ties in energy and mineral resources.

The talks centered on opportunities for joint ventures and trade in limestone, coal and petroleum products. Both sides emphasized investment prospects and knowledge-sharing to support economic growth and regional energy security.

Pakistan signals commitment

Ali Pervaiz Malik stressed Pakistan’s readiness to deepen ties, noting that Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif supports closer engagement with Dhaka. “Pakistan values its relationship with Bangladesh and is eager to explore joint ventures that benefit both nations,” he said.Burkina Faso, Pakistan explore energy and mining ties

Bangladesh response

High Commissioner Hussain welcomed Pakistan’s willingness to expand cooperation, stating that enhanced economic and energy linkages could bolster regional stability and prosperity. He underlined Bangladesh’s interest in widening trade and investment relations.

Strengthening bilateral growth

The meeting underscored both nations’ intent to explore new opportunities in the energy and mineral sectors, with the goal of building stronger economic ties and shared regional development.