Dhaka, May 12 -- Emphasising the potential of cross-border collaboration in hydropower, healthcare and road connectivity, Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus on Monday called for an 'integrated economic strategy' among Bangladesh, Nepal, Bhutan and the seven North Eastern States of India.

"We have more to gain together than apart," said the Chief Adviser during a courtesy call paid by Deputy Speaker of House of Representatives of the Federal Parliament of Nepal Indira Rana who is currently visiting Bangladesh to attend an event organised by the Embassy of Nepal in Dhaka.

Professor Yunus stressed the urgency of fostering regional cooperation through shared infrastructure and energy initiatives.

"There should be an integrated economic...