Dhaka, Oct 12 (V7N)- Prime Minister Tarique Rahman has sought cooperation from Canada in key sectors, including health and education, during a courtesy meeting with Canadian Minister of State for International Development Randeep Sarai on Monday morning.
During the meeting, the Prime Minister said Bangladesh expected continued support from friendly countries such as Canada to advance development priorities and strengthen essential public services.
She emphasized that although humanitarian assistance for Rohingya refugees remains important, the lasting solution to the crisis lies in their safe and voluntary repatriation to Myanmar.
Canadian Minister of State Randeep Sarai agreed on the importance of ensuring the peaceful and dignified repatriation of the Rohingyas.
Canada also expressed interest in cooperating with Bangladesh on energy supplies. The Canadian side further indicated its willingness to explore opportunities to expand technical and vocational education and training programmes and establish nursing training institutions in Bangladesh.
The meeting also featured detailed discussions on strengthening Bangladesh-Canada relations, expanding economic cooperation and exploring new opportunities for a strategic partnership.
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