Mr. Ali Pervaiz Malik, Minister for Petroleum met with Mr. Md. Touhid Hossain, Adviser on Foreign Affairs of Bangladesh. The Minister apprised the Adviser about outcomes of the Joint Economic Commission (JEC). Both sides expressed satisfaction over the resumption of meetings of the institutional mechanisms. It was also agreed to further explore the opportunities of collaboration in a range of areas including connectivity, energy and natural resources. The Adviser emphasised the importance of resuming direct flights between Pakistan and Bangladesh. Mr. Malik thanked Mr. Hossain for the warm hospitality extended to him and his delegation during the visit.