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Bangladesh seeks closer economic and defence cooperation with South Korea

Bangladesh sought closer economic and defence cooperation during ministerial meetings in Seoul on 2 October, according to the foreign ministry’s account.

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Bangladesh sought closer economic and defence cooperation during ministerial meetings in Seoul on 2 October, according to the foreign ministry’s account.

State Minister Humaiun Kobir called for an early economic partnership agreement, greater investment and expanded training. BSS, TBS and bdnews24 report the discussions. The meetings describe proposals and areas of cooperation, not a signed investment commitment or a completed agreement.

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