ADD ANI AS A TRUSTED SOURCE
googleads
Menu
Business

With eye on tourism, B'desh to introduce water vessels with India

Dhaka [Bangladesh], Dec. 7 (ANI): Ashoke Madhab Roy, the secretary of Shipping Ministry, said on Wednesday that Bangladesh will soon introduce water vessels with India for tourists of both countries.

ANI Dec 07, 2016 22:36 IST googleads

With eye on tourism, B'desh to introduce water vessels with India
Dhaka [Bangladesh], Dec. 7 (ANI): Ashoke Madhab Roy, the secretary of Shipping Ministry, said on Wednesday that Bangladesh will soon introduce water vessels with India for tourists of both countries. Roy said this while briefing reporters before a secretary-level meeting between Bangladesh and India at the Shipping Ministry in Dhaka, reports the Daily Star. "We will discuss further regarding the matter during the meeting," he said. Both sides will also be signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) which permits New Delhi to use Chittagong and Mongla seaports to ferry goods. Roy, before the meeting, said that they have already given permission to India to use Chittagong and Mongla seaports, but have not decided on the fee yet. Apart from this, drafts of two agreements over -- using Chittagong and Mongla sea ports by India and building a multipurpose terminal at Payra sea port -- will be discussed and finalised in the meeting. (ANI)

Get the App

What to Read Next

Asia

“Energy security paramount”: Ex-diplomat Ashok Sajjanhar

“Energy security paramount”: Ex-diplomat Ashok Sajjanhar

“Basically, number one, I would totally support what the Indian establishment has articulated, has mentioned on this: that this is absolutely of paramount importance, that we will ensure that energy is available at reasonable prices, affordable prices, and regularly, that there are no stoppages as far as energy supplies are concerned,” Sajjanhar told ANI.

Read More
Asia

India-New Zealand FTA provides duty-free access for Indian export

India-New Zealand FTA provides duty-free access for Indian export

India on Thursday welcomed the New Zealand Parliament’s passage of legislation giving effect to the India-New Zealand Free Trade Agreement (FTA), signed in New Delhi on April 27. The agreement will provide duty-free access for 100 per cent of Indian exports to New Zealand upon entry into force and create opportunities in services, investment and professional, student and youth mobility.

Read More
Asia

Nirmala Sitharaman meets his Nepali counterpart Swarnim Wagle

Nirmala Sitharaman meets his Nepali counterpart Swarnim Wagle

The high-level meeting took place during Wagle's first official visit to India since assuming office as Nepal's Finance Minister. India's Foreign Secretary and the Secretary of the Department of Economic Affairs also attended the discussions.

Read More
Asia

Bangladesh PM Tarique Rahman wishes PM Modi on birthday

Bangladesh PM Tarique Rahman wishes PM Modi on birthday

“Warmest birthday wishes to Prime Minister @narendramodi. Wishing you many happy returns of the day. May your dedicated service to the people of India always be accompanied by good health and high spirits,” Rahman said.

Read More
Asia

COAS General Dhiraj Seth discusses deepening military cooperation

COAS General Dhiraj Seth discusses deepening military cooperation

As India and Russia continue to deepen their military engagements during the visit of COAS General Dhiraj, the two countries held talks to expand the ambit of cooperation in areas such as training engagements and strengthening capability development between the two armies. 

Read More
Home About Us Our Products Advertise Contact Us Terms & Condition Privacy Policy

Copyright © aninews.in | All Rights Reserved.