Nepal and Bangladesh to Enhance Bilateral Cooperation: On February 18, 2026, Nepalese Foreign Minister Bala Nanda Sharma met with Bangladesh‘s Foreign Minister Dr. Khalilur Rahman in Dhaka. The meeting reaffirmed the commitment of both nations to work closely on bilateral cooperation, regional, and multilateral platforms to advance shared interests.
Minister Sharma congratulated Dr. Rahman on his recent appointment as Bangladesh’s Foreign Minister. The meeting was attended by key officials from both countries, including Bangladesh’s Minister of State for Foreign Affairs Shama Obaid Islam and Nepal’s Ambassador Ghanshyam Bhandari.
The discussions focused on strengthening economic partnerships, particularly in trade, energy, connectivity, and tourism. Both ministers acknowledged the significant untapped potential in these sectors.
Historically, Nepal and Bangladesh have enjoyed a relationship built on good neighbourliness and shared aspirations. This meeting marks a continuation of their efforts to deepen these ties.
Looking forward, both countries are expected to hold further discussions to explore concrete projects that will benefit their economies and peoples.
Published in SouthAsianDesk, February 19th, 2026
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