|| Diplomatic Correspondent: Prime Minister Tarique Rahman has sought stronger support from the United Kingdom to further deepen and diversify Bangladesh-UK relations, with particular emphasis on economic cooperation and human resource development.The prime minister made the request when British High Commissioner to Bangladesh Sarah Cooke paid a courtesy call on him at his office at the Cabinet Division of Bangladesh Secretariat on Sunday afternoon.During the meeting, the two sides exchanged views on a wide range of issues of mutual interest, including the current state of bilateral relations and ways to expand cooperation between the two countries.Prime Minister’s Assistant Press Secretary KM Nazmul Haque briefed reporters following the meeting.The discussions focused on expanding bilateral cooperation in trade and investment, education, skills development, migration and human resource development, according to the press secretary.The prime minister placed particular importance on strengthening economic ties and developing Bangladesh’s human resources, while seeking continued UK support for the country’s economic development and progress.Both sides stressed the importance of further consolidating the historic and friendly relations between Bangladesh and the UK and exploring new areas of cooperation that could benefit both countries.The meeting also highlighted the scope for greater collaboration in areas that can contribute to Bangladesh’s economic advancement while creating stronger opportunities for education, skills and employment-related development.They expressed hope that the existing friendly relations between Dhaka and London would continue to grow and evolve into a broader and more multifaceted partnership.The discussions come as Bangladesh seeks to expand international economic partnerships and strengthen cooperation in areas that can support sustainable development, investment and human resource development.State Minister for Foreign Affairs Humaiun Kobir and concerned officials were present during the meeting.