Iajuddin seeks increased investment from Canada
UNB, Dhaka
President Iajuddin yesterday said there is ample scope for more Canadian investment in Bangladesh and diversification of trade between the two countries.He made the remarks when outgoing Canadian High Commissioner to Bangladesh Gerry Campbell called on him at Bangabhaban. The Canadian envoy said Bangladeshi products, particularly melamine and jute goods, might have a better market in Canada. The president hoped that the areas of cooperation such as education and science and technology would be focused more in future. In this connection, he stressed the need for initiating a linkage programme for university teachers for common benefits. Iajuddin appreciated Canada's support to Bangladesh's efforts for socio-economic development. He appreciated the Canadian government's decision to allow quota- and duty-free access of goods from LDCs, including Bangladesh, to Canada. The president also mentioned the positive role of Bangladesh in promoting regional peace, stability and cooperation through Saarc. He reiterated Bangladesh's commitment to international peace and stability, and its readiness to contribute more troops to UN peacekeeping operations, if needed. The outgoing Canadian high commissioner appreciated the development efforts of Bangladesh and said the country's people have been living in peace irrespective of their religious faiths.
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