Dhaka, London exploring investment in blue economy

Bangladesh and the United Kingdom explored ways to further strengthen their trade and business relations, including unlocking investment in Bangla-desh's blue economy, broadening the "Made in Bangladesh" brand and expanding cooperation in education and multilateral platforms.

The discussion took place when Foreign Minister Dr Khalilur Rahman and Prime Minister's Adviser on Foreign Affairs Humayun Kabir held a bilateral meeting with UK Minister of State for Trade Sir Chris Bryant MP in London, according to a Foreign Ministry release.

During the meeting, the two sides explored avenues to deepen trade and investment ties, safeguard investor interests and promote broader economic collaboration between the two countries.

They also agreed to remain in close contact ahead of the 14th WTO Ministerial Conference scheduled to be held in Cameroon later this month.

Separately, UK Trade Envoy to Bangladesh Baroness Rosie Winterton of Doncaster called on the foreign minister and the prime minister's adviser at the Bangladesh High Commission in London.

During the meeting, both sides reviewed prospects for enhanced cooperation in the aviation sector and explored initiatives aimed at developing Bangladesh as a regional aviation hub.