Bangladesh Foreign Minister Khalilur Rahman is arriving in New Delhi today on a three-day visit aimed at strengthening ties between the two countries.

 

During his visit, Khalilur Rahman will hold talks with External Affairs Minister Dr S Jaishankar. He is also expected to meet National Security Adviser Ajit Doval and  Petroleum and Natural Gas Minister Hardeep Singh Puri.

 

This marks the first visit to New Delhi by a Bangladeshi Minister since the BNP-led government took office in February. Media reports said key issues expected in the talks include resuming visa services for Bangladeshi nationals, energy cooperation, border management, river water-sharing, and trade facilitation.

 

During his visit, Khalilur Rahman will be accompanied by Humayun Kabir, Foreign Affairs Adviser to Bangladesh Prime Minister Tarique Rahman.