Yet another step towards East

There are quite a few things the two countries can exchange and share to their mutual benefit. For example, Vietnam's success stories in agriculture, aquaculture and horticulture can be replicated in Bangladesh. On the other hand, our literacy, immunisation and, above all, poverty alleviation programmes could interest Vietnam a great deal. And all these exchanges of experiences are poised to take place by virtue of the renewed bilateral ties between the two countries with the establishment of embassies.

There is no doubt that Vietnam's support to Bangladesh for its membership in the ASEAN Regional Forum (ARF) and the Economic and Social Council of the United Nations would only strengthen the existing bilateral relationship.

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There is another aspect to Vietnam profile which could be of interest to us. The country has had something of a success in attracting FDIs. Maybe we can exchange notes with Vietnam on the subject to acquire a fuller understanding of the kind of policy incentives they had offered to attract foreign investors together with the areas identified for investment. One thing is for sure -- taking advantage of the strengths of two friendly countries would only mean prosperity, progress and better future for their peoples.