Foreign Affairs Adviser to the Prime Minister Humaiun Kobir and Turkish Deputy Foreign Minister Berris Ekinci have discussed ways to further strengthen bilateral cooperation between Bangladesh and Turkey in multiple areas.

The discussion was held on the sidelines of the Antalya Diplomacy Forum in Türkiye on Saturday, according to a statement of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

During the discussions, both sides focused on expanding cooperation in trade, investment, development partnership, and engagement in regional and global forums.

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They also exchanged views on strengthening long-standing bilateral relations based on mutual respect, shared values, and strategic interests.

The Foreign Affairs Adviser highlighted the importance of deepening Bangladesh–Turkey relations and enhancing collaboration in key sectors.

Berris Ekinci expressed Turkey’s strong interest in further expanding ties with Bangladesh, particularly in economic cooperation, development support, and people-to-people exchanges.

She also hailed Bangladesh’s socio-economic progress.

The two sides also discussed important regional and international issues, stressing the need for dialogue, diplomacy, and multilateral cooperation to address global challenges.

The meeting was held in a cordial and constructive atmosphere, reflecting the growing partnership between the two countries, it said.

Both sides expressed optimism about future cooperation and agreed to maintain regular high-level engagement.