Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb and a high-level Bangladeshi delegation discuss economic reforms, debt management, textile cooperation and opportunities to expand bilateral trade and investment.
ISLAMABAD, November 2, 2026: Pakistan and Bangladesh have agreed to strengthen economic engagement and institutional cooperation, exploring opportunities to expand bilateral trade, investment, industrial development and connectivity.
The understanding emerged during a meeting between Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb and a high-level Bangladeshi delegation led by Adviser to the Prime Minister of Bangladesh on Finance and Planning Rashid Al Mahmud Titumir.
According to a press release issued by the Finance Ministry, Aurangzeb welcomed the opportunity to exchange views on matters of mutual economic interest and shared development priorities.
The finance minister briefed the visiting delegation on Pakistan’s experience in achieving macroeconomic stabilisation and implementing structural reforms to strengthen fiscal discipline, improve economic fundamentals and create a favourable environment for private-sector investment.
He highlighted the importance of prudent debt management, financial-sector development and sustained reforms in supporting long-term economic growth.
Aurangzeb also welcomed proposals for closer institutional engagement, particularly in public financial management and debt management. He expressed Pakistan’s willingness to share its experience and facilitate technical-level exchanges between relevant institutions of both countries.
Pakistan and Bangladesh explore trade opportunities
During the meeting, Titumir outlined Bangladesh’s economic priorities and reform initiatives, including efforts to attract investment, promote industrial development and generate employment opportunities.
Both sides acknowledged the importance of exchanging experiences and best practices to address common economic challenges and advance their respective development objectives.
The discussions also covered the changing global economic environment, challenges confronting developing economies and the need to maintain macroeconomic stability while pursuing sustainable and inclusive growth.
Participants exchanged views on economic reforms, fiscal management, investment promotion and measures to strengthen economic resilience.
Textile and manufacturing cooperation in focus
Pakistan and Bangladesh also explored opportunities to enhance bilateral trade, investment, manufacturing cooperation and regional connectivity.
Both sides recognised the potential for stronger collaboration in textiles, manufacturing and other sectors of mutual economic interest, including through closer connections between their private sectors.
The meeting concluded with a reaffirmation of both countries’ commitment to maintaining regular dialogue, strengthening bilateral economic relations and promoting cooperation through institutional engagement and the exchange of technical expertise.
The visiting delegation also included Bangladesh’s High Commissioner to Pakistan, Iqbal Hussain Khan, and Deputy High Commissioner Fazle Lohani Babu.