Dr. Yunus seeks Pakistan’s support to revive SAARC

Bangladesh Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus on Wednesday called for the revival of SAARC as a top platform for regional cooperation in South Asia.

"Reviving SAARC could be a strong starting point and an opportunity to seek Pakistan’s support," he stated during a meeting with Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly at the UN headquarters.

During the meeting, both leaders emphasized the importance of revitalizing bilateral cooperation between the two countries.

Shehbaz Sharif promised his support for the initiative and suggested the countries move step by step in reviving the regional platform.

Sharif said Bangladesh and Pakistan should open a “new page” in their relations to enhance cooperation in various aspects.

“It’s very essential we revive our relations,” he said.

Sharif expressed Pakistan’s interest in investing in Bangladesh's textile and leather sectors, according to the Chief Adviser's press wing.

Prof Yunus proposed an exchange of youth programs between the two countries.

They also discussed renewing foreign secretary-level talks and reactivating the joint commission between the two countries.

Foreign Adviser Md Touhid Hossain was also present during the talks.

Meanwhile, South African President Cyril Ramaphosa greeted Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus at the UN headquarters in New York on Wednesday.