External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar reiterated today India's desire to engage constructively with the new Government of Bangladesh and further strengthen bilateral ties. Dr. Jaishankar met with the Foreign Minister of Bangladesh, Dr. Khalilur Rahman, in New Delhi this afternoon. Advisor on Foreign Affairs to the Prime Minister of Bangladesh, Humayun Kabir, was also present at the meeting. The External Affairs Ministry stated that the two sides agreed to explore proposals for deepening the partnership through relevant bilateral mechanisms. Both sides exchanged views on regional and global issues of mutual interest. The Ministry said that further official meetings are expected to take place at an early date. During the visit, Foreign Minister Rahman also met with National Security Advisor, Ajit Doval, and Minister of Petroleum and Natural Gas, Hardeep Singh Puri.