Bangladesh’s Foreign Adviser M Touhid Hossain addressed unresolved issues from the 1971 war with Pakistan during a visit from Pakistani Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar, marking a potential thaw in relations. Key topics included an apology for the genocide, asset claims, and the status of stranded Pakistani citizens. Both nations expressed the need to resolve historical grievances to enhance bilateral ties, focusing on trade and investment under the South Asian Free Trade Area (SAFTA). This diplomatic engagement follows a period of strained relations with India, highlighting Bangladesh’s shifting strategic priorities while still emphasizing the importance of addressing historical injustices for future cooperation.