Bangladesh, Australia Discuss Trilateral Cooperation Under IORA Framework

Bangladesh and Australia have discussed ways to enhance cooperation and explore potential trilateral initiatives with the Maldives under the framework of the Indian Ocean Rim Association (IORA), aimed at promoting sustainable development and regional prosperity.

During a courtesy call, Bangladesh High Commissioner to the Maldives Dr. Md. Nazmul Islam met with Australian High Commissioner to the Maldives David Jessup to discuss strengthening partnerships among the three Indian Ocean nations for the benefit of the Maldivian people and Bangladeshi expatriates residing in the island nation.

The two envoys exchanged views on shared priorities such as climate resilience, human resource development, maritime collaboration, and sustainable growth, highlighting opportunities for joint capacity-building initiatives to advance regional well-being.

Both sides reaffirmed the role of IORA as a key platform for fostering cooperation, stability, and inclusive prosperity across the Indian Ocean region.

They agreed that stronger collaboration among member states, grounded in shared values and mutual respect, can significantly contribute to the development of the Maldives, the broader region, and the global community.