What happened

Bangladesh and Switzerland held their sixth biennial political consultations at the State Guest House Padma in Dhaka.

Officials reviewed economic ties and opportunities in skills development, climate action, health, technology and ICT.

Why it matters

Bangladesh emphasized continued preferential market access and increased Swiss investment as it prepares for LDC graduation.

The two sides also exchanged views on the Rohingya crisis and cooperation at the United Nations and in international Geneva.