Foreign Adviser Md Touhid Hossin today expressed 
optimism for enhanced solidarity among Arab nations and the broader 
international community in their collective efforts to resolve the ongoing 
conflict. 
 
He made the remark while Egypt ambassador to Bangladesh Omar Mohie Eldin 
Ahmed Fahmy paid a courtesy call on him at the foreign ministry here, said a 
foreign ministry's press release. 
 
During the meeting, the Egypt envoy expressed gratitude for the humanitarian 
assistance that Bangladesh has provided to the Palestinian people. 
 
Ambassador Omar informed that Egypt would host the D-8 Summit in 2024 and 
conveyed Cairo's invitation for the participation of the Bangladesh Chief 
Adviser Professor Dr Muhammad Yunus. 
 
The foreign adviser and the envoy agreed to enhance collaboration between 
Bangladesh and Egypt in promoting trade and commerce, aiming to unlock the 
untapped potential. 
 
They emphasized agriculture, petrochemicals, textiles, and shipping as key 
areas for further cooperation.

Ambassador Omar reaffirmed continued Egyptian support to Bangladesh's journey 
for better future.
 
Reflecting on the cordial bilateral relations between Bangladesh and Egypt, 
the foreign Adviser noted the productive meeting conducted with his Egyptian 
counterpart during the 79th UNGA.
 
The meeting explored potential avenues for collaboration aimed at 
revitalizing the bilateral relationship in light of the golden jubilee of the 
diplomatic ties between the two countries in 2024, said the press release.