, April 9 -- Bangladesh and India have exchanged views on common security challenges and discussed ways to further strengthen their defence ties as an important component of their overall bilateral relationship.

Indian High Commissioner to Bangladesh Pranay Verma called on Prime Minister's Defence Adviser Brig. Gen. (Retd.) Dr. A.K.M Shamsul Islam and exchanged views on 'common security challenges' and agreed to work together to promote peace, security and stability in the region.

The meeting was held on Wednesday, said the Indian High Commission in Dhaka on Thursday.

They underlined the importance of sustained development of India-Bangladesh ties, and affirmed the unshakeable bond between the two countries rooted in their shared sacri...