Bangladesh-Kyrgyzstan relations
Map indicating locations of Bangladesh and Kyrgyzstan

Bangladesh
Kyrgyzstan

Bangladesh–Kyrgyzstan relations refer to the bilateral relations between Bangladesh and Kyrgyzstan. Relations between the two countries have been described as strong.[1] Neither country has a resident ambassador.

Education

The education sector has been recognised as a potential field for furthering the bilateral cooperation between Bangladesh and Kyrgyzstan. Kyrgyzstan has shown interest in providing scholarships to Bangladeshi students who intend to pursue higher education.[2]

Culture

Bangladesh and Kyrgyzstan have identified cultural cooperation as an important way of expanding their bilateral ties. In 2014, a memorandum of understanding was signed between the two countries to organise the Days of Culture of Kyrgyzstan in Bangladesh, with the roles reversing in 2015.[3]

Economy

Bangladesh and Kyrgyzstan have both shown a strong interest in expanding bilateral economic activities.[4] Bangladesh has shown interest in importing cotton in bulk from Kyrgyzstan for its textile industry.[5] Ready-made garments, pharmaceuticals, and agricultural products have been identified as potential sectors to increase bilateral trade and investment.[6] The jewelry industry is also promising.[7]

In 2013, a Bangladeshi trade delegation, led by former commerce secretary Mahbub Ahmed, visited Kyrgyzstan to explore potential ways for increasing bilateral trade and investment.[8][9] The imposition of double taxation has been identified as a hurdle to the expansion of bilateral trade.[10]

References

  1. ↑ "Kyrgyz- Bangladesh relations have all prerequisites for successful promotion and enhancing :: Kabar - Kyrgyz National News Agency". Kabar.kg. Archived from the original on 2014-02-02. Retrieved 2014-01-26.
  2. ↑ "President for increasing trade with Kyrgyzstan". Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha (BSS). Archived from the original on 2014-02-02. Retrieved 2014-01-26.
  3. ↑ "Days of Culture of Kyrgyzstan and Bangladesh is scheduled for 2015 :: Kabar - Kyrgyz National News Agency". Kabar.kg. Archived from the original on 2014-02-02. Retrieved 2014-01-26.
  4. ↑ Hafez Ahmed. "Bangladesh wants to buy cotton from Kyrgyzstan". Daily Sun. Retrieved 2014-01-26.
  5. ↑ "'BD intends to buy cotton from Kyrgyzstan'". Banglanews24.com. Archived from the original on 2014-02-02. Retrieved 2014-01-26.
  6. ↑ "Bangladesh for strong trade ties with Kyrgyzstan". Dhaka Tribune. Retrieved 2014-01-26.
  7. ↑ "Bangladesh identifies areas of cooperation with Kyrgyzstan". Daily Ittefaq. 2013-10-01. Archived from the original on 2013-10-03. Retrieved 2014-01-26.
  8. ↑ "BD's business prospect with Kyrgyzstan bright". The Financial Express. Retrieved 2014-01-26.
  9. ↑ "The state and prospects of development of Kyrgyz-Bangladesh relations discussed in Bishkek :: Kabar - Kyrgyz National News Agency". Kabar.kg. Archived from the original on 2014-02-02. Retrieved 2014-01-26.
  10. ↑ "Economy Minister and Ambassador of Bangladesh to the KR raise the problem of double taxation :: Kabar - Kyrgyz National News Agency". Kabar.kg. Archived from the original on 2014-02-02. Retrieved 2014-01-26.


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