Bangladesh–Kyrgyzstan relations

Bangladesh-Kyrgyzstan relations

Bangladesh	Kyrgyzstan

Bangladesh–Kyrgyzstan relations refer to the bilateral (two-way) 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 reversin 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 jewelery 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. Retrieved 2014-01-26.
2. "President for increasing trade with Kyrgyzstan". Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha (BSS). Retrieved 2014-01-26.
3. "Days of Culture of Kyrgyzstan and Bangladesh is scheduled for 2015 :: Kabar - Kyrgyz National News Agency". Kabar.kg. 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. 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. 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. 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. Retrieved 2014-01-26.