Business Desk 
Jul 24, 2025
In a significant diplomatic move, Pakistan and Bangladesh have agreed to grant visa-free entry to holders of diplomatic and official passports.
During a high-level meeting between Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi and Bangladesh’s Home Minister Lieutenant General (retd) Jahangir Alam Chowdhury in Dhaka, they agreed on visa-free entry.
Notably, the two ministers held wide-ranging talks on bilateral issues and matters of mutual interest, with a specific focus on strengthening cooperation in internal security and law enforcement.
One of the most significant outcomes of the meeting was the mutual agreement to allow visa-free travel for officials and diplomats, a move seen as a step towards easing bureaucratic barriers and enhancing bilateral engagement.
The Bangladeshi minister stated: “I wholeheartedly welcome my brother upon his arrival in Dhaka. Your visit is of great importance for the promotion of Pakistan-Bangladesh relations.”
To follow up on the decisions taken during the meeting, both sides agreed to form a joint committee.
It is worth noting that Pakistan’s Federal Interior Secretary Khurram Agha will lead the Pakistani side in this coordination effort. The committee will oversee the implementation of the agreed initiatives and explore further avenues for cooperation.
As part of the growing partnership, a high-level delegation from Bangladesh is expected to visit Islamabad soon to study Pakistan’s "Safe City Project" and tour the "National Police Academy."
