Modi, Yunus set aside differences to hold talks on minorities, boundary tensions, and Hasina
Bangladesh Chief Advisor Muhammad Yunus has spoken about Sheikh Hasina, Ganges and Teesta Water Treaty among others, in the 40 minute meeting
On April 4, 2025, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Bangladesh’s Chief Advisor Muhammad Yunus met for 40 minutes at the BIMSTEC regional summit in Bangkok. The leaders discussed contentious issues such as minority protection, extradition of former Bangladesh PM Sheikh Hasina, and border security. Despite past tensions, the meeting was cordial, and both leaders exchanged commitments to bilateral ties.
Bangladesh will host the next BIMSTEC summit, and Mr. Modi congratulated Mr. Yunus on his chairmanship. The Prime Minister also met with Myanmar junta commander General Min Aung Hlaing and Nepalese Prime Minister K.P. Sharma Oli during the summit. All three leaders expressed support for a democratic, stable, peaceful, and inclusive Bangladesh.
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