Chances of Bangladesh PM Tarique Rahman’s visit to India ‘very slim’, says top aide
Humayun Kabir, the foreign affairs adviser to the PM, said in an interview with state-run BSS news agency that Bangladesh will show a “positive attitude” towards participating in the Brics Summit
Chances of Bangladesh Prime Minister Tarique Rahman visiting India before the Brics Summit are "very slim," according to his top aide, Humayun Kabir. Kabir, the foreign affairs adviser to Rahman, stated in an interview with the state-run BSS news agency that a "suitable environment" based on consensus between the two countries is necessary for the visit.
He emphasized that Bangladesh will only show a positive attitude towards participating in the summit if India creates such an environment. Kabir also criticized the use of Indian territory to give political space to convicted Bangladeshi nationals, expressing deep anger over the matter. He stressed that Bangladesh's relationship with India depends on the change in India's mindset, particularly regarding the recent mass uprising that led to Sheikh Hasina's exile in India.
Hasina's presence in India and her critical comments against the BNP government have strained bilateral ties. Kabir reiterated Bangladesh's request for Hasina's extradition, but India is examining the matter through legal processes. The aide also mentioned that Bangladesh is exploring potential economic and defense frameworks with Saudi Arabia, Pakistan, and Türkiye, as well as strengthening ties with China.
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