NEW YORK(National times)- Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Thursday reaffirmed his commitment to building a constructive and forward looking ties with Bangladesh, rooted in mutual respect, trust, and shared aspirations of regional peace and prosperity. He emphasised it during a meeting Chief Adviser of the Government of Bangladesh Professor Muhammad Yunus on the sidelines of 80th session of UNGA. The two leaders reviewed the current state of Pakistan-Bangladesh bilateral relations and discussed ways to further strengthen cooperation in diverse areas including trade, regional connectivity and people-to-people exchanges. The Bangladeshi leader lauded Pakistan’s initiative to deepen engagement and highlighted the importance of enhancing bilateral trade and cultural linkages. The meeting was held in a cordial and friendly atmosphere, reflecting the mutual commitment of both countries to work together for the well being of their people and stability of South Asia.