Dhaka, Oct. 16 -- Chattogram City Corporation (CCC) Mayor Dr. Shahadat Hossain said, "International cooperation is essential for sustainable development and modernization of civic services in Chattogram. Canada's experience and technical assistance, especially in the education, health and renewable energy sectors, will open new horizons in urban development." He expressed this opinion during a courtesy call on Ajit Singh, the High Commissioner of Canada to Bangladesh, at the CCC office in Tiger Pass on Tuesday.

In the meeting, the Mayor sought the partnership of the Canadian government and private institutions in the development of Chattogram's education, health and trade sectors. He said, "Chattogram is the commercial gateway of Banglades...