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Pakistan High Commissioner Imran Haider has said Pakistan is interested in further advancing bilateral relations with Bangladesh through a positive and constructive approach, reports UNB.

The remarks came during a courtesy meeting with Leader of the Opposition Dr Shafiqur Rahman at his office in the capital's Jatiya Sangsad Bhaban on Thursday.

Political Counsellor of the Pakistan High Commission Kamran Dangal was also present at the meeting.

During the discussion, the High Commissioner said relations between Bangladesh and Pakistan have been progressing positively in recent times, noting an increase in bilateral trade and a number of visits by military and civilian officials from both countries.

He also informed the Opposition Leader that a delegation of Bangladeshi academics recently visited Pakistan and expressed satisfaction with the country's education system.

During the meeting, Dr Shafiqur Rahman conveyed his appreciation to the Government of Pakistan, through the High Commissioner, for what he described as Pakistan's historic role in facilitating a peace agreement between the United States and Iran.

The two sides discussed issues of mutual interest and expressed optimism about further strengthening bilateral cooperation in the coming years.