Pakistan, July 18 -- LAHORE - Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif held a productive meeting with Bangladesh High Commissioner Iqbal Hussain Khan on Friday to strengthen ties in trade, agriculture, and industry. Both sides agreed to boost cooperation in these key areas to benefit their economies and promote mutual growth.

During the meeting, Maryam Nawaz emphasized that Pakistan and Bangladesh share common roots, calling them "two branches of the same tree." She acknowledged Bangladesh's success in garments, microfinance, and empowering women in the workforce as a source of inspiration.

Moreover, the chief minister highlighted Punjab's "Women First" agenda and welcomed collaboration with Bangladesh in women-led industrial clusters ...