Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif says existing goodwill ties between Pakistan and Bangladesh need to be translated into tangible cooperation.

He was talking to outgoing High Commissioner of Bangladesh to Pakistan, Ambassador Muhammad Ruhul Alam Siddique, who paid a farewell call on him in Islamabad today.

On this occasion, the Prime Minister appreciated the remarkable contributions made by the High Commissioner for promotion of Pakistan-Bangladesh relations.

He stressed that Pakistan greatly valued its relations with Bangladesh, which were rooted in shared history, common faith and cultural similarities.

Shehbaz Sharif conveyed his warm wishes to Chief Advisor Dr. Muhammad Yunus and wished the High Commissioner success in his future endeavors.

On his part, the High Commissioner thanked the Prime Minister for the facilitation, courtesies and privileges extended to him during his stay in Pakistan.