Pakistan, Jan. 29 -- For far too long, diplomatic relations between Pakistan and Bangladesh have been constrained by the burden of history and lingering animosities and therefore, this flurry of developments (the latest of which is an announcement of direct flights between Dhaka, Karachi and Lahore) marks a significant turning point: a decisive opportunity to transcend past grievances and embrace a future rooted in collaboration and shared prosperity.

The scars from the 1971 war still loom large in the collective consciousness of both nations. Yet, the current global landscape presents a pressing need to reevaluate these ties. We are witnessing a palpable shift in sentiment among citizens in Bangladesh, especially post-Hasina, who are in...