Pakistan, March 31 -- Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif held a phone conversation with Bangladesh's Chief Adviser, Professor Dr. Muhammad Yunus, on Monday. The two leaders exchanged warm Eid ul-Fitr greetings and discussed the positive progress in their bilateral relations. PM Shehbaz expressed satisfaction over the improving ties between Pakistan and Bangladesh, particularly in trade and travel.

The conversation came after a period of strained relations following the 1971 split between the two nations. However, recent developments, especially after a popular uprising in Bangladesh last year, have led to a thaw in relations. Trade and bilateral cooperation have seen significant improvements since then, signaling a new chapter in the relation...