Bangladesh-India Relations: Navigating Mutual Concerns and Respect

Bangladesh seeks a respectful partnership with India based on shared interests, as stated by Foreign Affairs Adviser Md. Touhid Hossain. He emphasized Bangladesh's commitment to mutual understanding while criticizing former PM Sheikh Hasina's comments in India. Hossain stressed non-interference in minority issues, following discussions with India's S Jaishankar.

In a bid to navigate a respectful partnership with India, Bangladesh emphasizes dialogue built on mutual respect and shared interests, announced Foreign Affairs Adviser Md. Touhid Hossain on Monday.

Responding to India's External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar's remarks, Hossain underscored Bangladesh's clear stance on fostering a relationship grounded in mutual understanding. He criticized former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina's comments during her visit to India, warning they could strain Dhaka-Delhi ties.

Hossain firmly stated that Bangladesh's minority issues are not for India to address and advocated for a non-interference policy. His meeting with Jaishankar at the Indian Ocean Conference in Muscat highlighted this stance amid shared border interests.

(With inputs from agencies.)