Interim Government in Bangladesh Aims for Diplomatic Balance

Bangladesh's interim government emphasizes maintaining balanced relations with major countries and prioritizes restoring law and order. Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus becomes chief advisor, following Sheikh Hasina's resignation amid protests. Global leaders, including India's Narendra Modi, the US, the EU, and China, express support and optimism for Bangladesh's democratic transition.

Bangladesh's newly-formed interim government on Friday emphasized the necessity of maintaining a diplomatic balance in Dhaka's relations with major global powers.

Restoration of law and order stands as the government's foremost priority, according to Foreign Affairs adviser Md Touhid Hossain, a former foreign secretary. He stated that other governmental functions will follow once stability is achieved.

Nobel laureate Professor Muhammad Yunus, aged 84, took the oath as the head of the interim government on Thursday, succeeding Sheikh Hasina who resigned and fled to India amidst violent protests over a quota system in government jobs.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi of India extended his best wishes to Yunus and expressed hopes for a swift return to normalcy, emphasizing the protection of minority communities in Bangladesh.

The US, the European Union, and China have shown their support for the interim government, with China expressing readiness to advance the strategic partnership between the two nations.