Prime Minister Tarique Rahman of Bangladesh held a courtesy meeting with Peter Holland, Chief Executive Officer of the International Agency for the Prevention of Blindness (IAPB), on Monday at 11:30 a.m. in the Cabinet Division of the Bangladesh Secretariat. The meeting focused on the overall development of eye health services in Bangladesh, prevention of blindness, and reduction of visual impairment.

During the discussion, both sides explored ways to strengthen mutual cooperation in the field of eye health. State Minister for Health Dr. M A Muhith was also present at the meeting. Following the courtesy call, a press briefing was held at the Secretariat where Dr. Muhith and Peter Holland highlighted key aspects of the meeting to the media.

The meeting underscored Bangladesh’s ongoing engagement with international organizations to enhance national eye care services and promote blindness prevention initiatives.