Bangladesh and Canada discuss FIPA to strengthen economic ties

Chief adviser to the interim government in Bangladesh Professor Muhammad Yunus met with Ahmed Hussen, Minister of International Development of Canada, called on the Chief Adviser at the Chief Adviser’s Office in Dhaka on Monday.

During the meeting, Ahmed Hussen said Canada welcomes its engagement with Bangladesh to continue technical discussions towards a Foreign Investment Promotion and Protection Agreement to expand trade and investment ties between the two countries. 

During the meeting, the Canadian Minister reiterated the support of his government for Bangladesh’s interim government. They also discussed the ongoing reform initiatives in Bangladesh and the upcoming general election.