- Bangladesh India relations amid protests and diplomatic signals
- Bangladesh interim government on ties with India and stability
Bangladesh India relations came into focus on Tuesday after the interim government in Dhaka publicly stated that it does not want any conflict with India and seeks to strengthen friendly ties. The clarification came amid reports of protests against India in Bangladesh, which have strained relations between the two neighbouring countries in recent days.
Hyderabad: Speaking on the issue, Bangladesh’s economic advisor Dr. Salehuddin Ahmed said the interim government led by Chief Advisor Muhammad Yunus remains committed to maintaining cordial relations with India. He stressed that the caretaker administration does not favour confrontation with a major neighbour and instead wants cooperation and stability. The remarks were made as concerns grew over the impact of protests on bilateral relations.
Dr. Ahmed clearly outlined the government’s position and said, “The current caretaker government does not want conflicts with a big neighbor like India. Instead, it wants to strengthen friendly relations with New Delhi. The government is committed to further strengthening bilateral relations and maintaining the country’s economic stability.” He added that the leadership is aware of the importance of India in regional and economic terms. Therefore, the focus remains on dialogue and calm.
He further said that Chief Advisor Muhammad Yunus is directly involved in efforts to ease tensions. “Chief Advisor Muhammad Yunus is personally making efforts to reduce tensions and restore relations with India. Continuing good relations with India is beneficial for both countries,” Ahmed said. These comments underline the interim government’s attempt to reassure both domestic and external audiences about its foreign policy approach.
Meanwhile, addressing the protests that have taken place in Bangladesh, Dr. Ahmed said they were political in nature. He clarified that the demonstrations were not organised or supported by the government. On this occasion, Ahmed said that the recent anti-India protests in Bangladesh were purely political and had nothing to do with the interim administration. Therefore, the government does not see them as a reflection of state policy.
The statement comes at a time when relations between Bangladesh and India are under close watch. However, the interim government’s message signals an intention to prevent further strain. It also reflects a desire to keep economic stability intact while managing political developments within the country. The government has reiterated that maintaining friendly ties with India serves the interests of both nations and supports regional stability. (Maxim News)
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