Prime Minister Tarique Rahman has formally accepted the Netherlands' offer to conduct a feasibility study for the Teesta project. During a meeting with a Dutch delegation led by Minister Sjoerd Sjoerdsma, the Prime Minister expressed appreciation for the technical assistance and expertise provided by the European nation. Both leaders emphasized the potential for cooperation between the two deltaic countries, particularly regarding water resource management and renewable energy initiatives. The discussions also covered a broad range of bilateral interests, including the possibility of a free trade agreement with the European Union, agricultural development, human rights issues, and the ongoing Rohingya humanitarian crisis. The Prime Minister noted that the shared geographical characteristics of Bangladesh and the Netherlands create significant opportunities for mutual collaboration and the exchange of strategic experiences to address common environmental and economic challenges.
Source : Prothom Alo
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