Iraq and Bangladesh sign bilateral agreements at Islamic conference in Baghdad

Iraq and Bangladesh signed two bilateral memoranda of understanding on Saturday during a meeting in Baghdad, according to Shafaq News. The agreements were signed on the sidelines of the 52nd session of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation Council of Foreign Ministers. [1]

Shafaq News reported that the agreements cover visa exemptions for diplomatic and official passport holders. They also establish regular political consultations between the foreign ministries of both nations. [1]

According to Shafaq News, the documents were signed by Iraqi Foreign Minister Fuad Hussein and Bangladesh State Minister for Foreign Affairs Humaiun Kobir. [1]

Dhaka is the capital and economic driver of Bangladesh, generating about 46 percent of the national GDP and 40 percent of total employment. The city faces urban challenges such as severe traffic congestion and high population density. [2]