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Bangladesh Pursues Deeper ASEAN Ties and RCEP Membership
Bangladesh has signalled its ambition to deepen regional integration by pursuing ASEAN Sectoral Dialogue Partner status and RCEP membership. Prime Minister Tarique Rahman praised Malaysia's support during talks in Putrajaya.