NEW DELHI May 4: Prime Minister Begum Khaleda Zia had a meeting with Nepalese Prime Minister Man Mohan Adhikary here today during which they discussed SAARC issues, bilateral matters and other subjects of common interest. reports BSS.

The iwo prime ministers discussed harnessing of the water resources transit facilities. trade and other issues of bilateral concern

A spokesman of the Bangladesh side said a high-powered delegation from Nepal led by the deputy prime minister and foreign minister is expected to visit Bangladesh shortly to discuss the transit matters and other

The Nepalese Prime Minister requested Begum Zia for import of newsprint and fertiliser from Bangladesh and the Bangladesh Prime Minister explained to him difficulties in exporting the items at the moment

Another report adds: Bilateral and other issues of common concerns came up for discussions at a meeting between Begum Zia and Maldi vian President Mau moon Abdul Gayoom here today.

The two leaders discussed the outcome of the Eighth SAARC Summit and the next summit, which will be held in the Maldives capital Male.

They also discussed areas <>i possible bilateral cooperation