Bangladesh's Muhammad Yunus Meets Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif at UNGA: Strengthening Diplomatic Ties Amid Political Changes

Sep 25, 2025 01:54 pm CST

Bangladesh's interim government Chief Advisor Muhammad Yunus held significant diplomatic talks with Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif at the UN General Assembly, focusing on trade and economic cooperation. This meeting marks their second encounter and signals improving relations between the historically estranged nations following Bangladesh's recent political transition. Yunus also met with leaders from Italy, Finland, and Kosovo, who expressed support for Bangladesh's upcoming democratic elections amid growing political uncertainty in the country.