Bangladesh and Bhutan will discuss transit through India during Prime Minister Hasina's visit to the mountain nation starting Friday, but are not expected to sign a deal yet, Foreign Minister Dipu Moni said.

However, she said the two countries would sign a trade agreement. Dr.Dipu Moni also said Dhaka would try to "be involved" in the hydro-power projects in Bhutan to meet Bangladesh's increasing energy needs.

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