, Oct. 11 -- Secretary (Bilateral) at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Dr Md Nazrul Islam has emphasised Bangladesh's commitment to shaping a partnership with the European Union that supports its development aspirations, strengthens multilateral cooperation and recognises the country's unique socioeconomic context.

On the other hand, Paola Pampaloni, Managing Director (acting) at the European External Action Service, the European Union's diplomatic wing, underlined the EU's interest in deepening engagement with Bangladesh as a strategic partner in South Asia, commending the spirit of cooperation and progress demonstrated by both sides throughout the negotiation process.

They led the delegations of Bangladesh and the European Union (EU) a...