Bangladesh’s energy crisis opens door for India to mend ties
Bangladesh’s request for additional diesel from India has turned a growing power crisis into a potential opening for the two neighbours to repair ties strained in part by the continuous self-exile of ex-prime minister Sheikh Hasina in New Delhi and Dhaka’s repeated requests for her extradition. India confirmed on Friday that it was examining Dhaka’s request for extra fuel as Bangladesh ordered…
Bangladesh's energy crisis presents a possible opportunity for India and Bangladesh to mend their strained relationship, which has been affected by the long-term self-imposed exile of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina in India and Dhaka's recurring calls for her extradition. India has confirmed they are considering Bangladesh's request for additional diesel fuel, following the country's request for more power over the past few months.
India, under the existing 15-year agreement, supplies 180,000 tonnes of diesel annually to Bangladesh. The issue of Hasina's detention and India's involvement in Bangladesh's relations with Pakistan and China-linked projects have also complicated ties between the two neighbors. However, recent efforts by both countries, including the appointment of new ambassadors and increased diplomatic visits, suggest that they are taking steps to stabilize their relationship.
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