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Courtesy meeting of Singapore's non-resident High Commissioner with the Home Minister

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Courtesy meeting of Singapore's non-resident High Commissioner with the Home Minister
A courtesy meeting was held between Home Minister Salahuddin Ahmed and Derek Loh, Singapore's non-resident High Commissioner to Bangladesh. The meeting was held on Tuesday (November 3) in the Minister's office room at the National Parliament Building. At that time, discussions were held on the friendly relations between the two countries, the Free Trade Agreement (FTA), economic development, the Bay Terminal project, cyber security, and the modernization of Bangladesh Police.

At the meeting, the High Commissioner discussed in detail the progress of an investment of approximately USD 800 million to USD 1 billion in the Bay Terminal of Chattogram Port through the Singapore Port Authority (PSA). He said that once it is operational, Bangladesh's shipping costs will decrease significantly and it will have a positive impact on the welfare of workers in the readymade garment sector. Besides, the Minister expressed hope regarding the rapid implementation of the Free Trade Agreement between Bangladesh and Singapore.

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The Home Minister requested the exchange of Singapore's experience and expertise for Bangladesh Police in preventing digital fraud and in cyber security. In response, the Singapore delegation promised assistance in cyber investigation and training. In addition, the High Commissioner proposed experience exchange and training in Singapore for Bangladeshi government officials and young Members of Parliament.

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