UK eyes aviation investment opportunities after Third Terminal launch as envoy meets PM

Dhaka: The United Kingdom has expressed interest in investing in Bangladesh's aviation sector, particularly following the launch of the third terminal at Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport, during a meeting between British High Commissioner Sarah Cooke and Prime Minister Tarique Rahman on June 18.

The British envoy met the prime minister at his office in the Jatiya Sangsad Bhaban, where the two sides discussed avenues for expanding economic cooperation and investment between the two countries, according to a press release issued by the Prime Minister's Office.

During the meeting, Sarah Cooke highlighted the potential for British investment in Bangladesh's aviation industry, which is expected to gain momentum with the operationalisation of the airport's new terminal.

The two sides also discussed increasing bilateral trade and encouraging greater British investment in Bangladesh, with a view to it creating new employment opportunities.

A proposal for British cooperation in technical education institutions and training programmes was also discussed, aimed at enhancing skills development and workforce capacity.

The British High Commissioner expressed optimism that Bangladesh-UK relations would continue to strengthen under the current government.

Foreign Minister Dr Khalilur Rahman and Prime Minister's Adviser on Foreign Affairs Humaiun Kobir were present at the meeting.