Dhaka, April 29 -- Bangladesh and Azerbaijan have expressed a strong desire to deepen bilateral relations, with both nations keen to explore opportunities for collaboration across multiple sectors.

In recent discussions, officials from both sides emphasized the importance of strengthening trade, economic cooperation, and cultural exchanges, marking a new chapter in their diplomatic ties.

As part of this initiative, a Foreign Office Consultation (FOC) meeting between the two countries will be held in Dhaka on Tuesday, with "connectivity" featured as the central agenda.

Foreign Secretary of Bangladesh Md. Jashim Uddin will lead the delegation, while Azerbaijan's Deputy Foreign Minister Elnur Mammadov, who arrived in Dhaka on April 27, will...