Bangladesh and Uganda on Thursday underscored the need to have agreements on avoidance of double taxation and investment protection to boost bilateral trade and commerce.
 
Non-Resident High Commissioner of Uganda to Bangladesh Joyce Kakuramatsi Kikafunda paid a courtesy call on Foreign Adviser Md. Touhid Hossain at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and discussed the issue.
 
The Adviser highlighted Bangladesh's thriving pharmaceutical industry as a potential source of high-quality, affordable products for Uganda.
 
They also emphasized on exchange of visits by trade delegation of both the countries.
 
During the meeting, the High Commissioner congratulated the Adviser on his new assignment and reaffirmed Uganda's commitment to strengthening bilateral ties.
 
They stressed on the importance of regular holding of Foreign Office Consultation (FOC), signing Visa Waiver Agreement for Diplomatic and Official Passport holders, and exploring cooperation in agriculture, particularly through contract farming.
 
The High Commissioner also highlighted the importance of knowledge and technology sharing, as well as fostering people-to-people contacts.