<p>With student protests, former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina resigning and fleeing to safety, and Mohammed Yunus returning to Bangladesh to lead the interim government, the South Asian country has been going through turmoil, and the former premier staying in neighbouring India further complicates the matter.&nbsp;</p>

<p>However, the Foreign Affairs Adviser of Bangladesh's interim government, Mohamad Touhid Hossain, assured that former PM Sheikh Hasina living in India's capital New Delhi won't change the nature of the bilateral relationship between Bangladesh and India.</p>

<p>“There will be no impact on the bilateral relationship between the two countries due to one individual’s stay in another country. Bilateral relations involve substantial mutual interests. Both India and Bangladesh have their respective interests,” Hossain said during the first diplomatic briefing on Monday (August 12), according to the Dhaka Tribune.</p>

<p>"We stress that the government shall adhere to all international, regional and bilateral instruments it is a party to and shall remain a proponent of multilateralism with the UN at the core,’’ Hossein added.</p>

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<p>The briefing was attended by representatives from all diplomatic missions in Dhaka, including UN agencies. "Bangladesh is on the brink of a new beginning. We are proud of our students for being the vanguard of the new Bangladesh they envision," he said, according to media reports.</p>

<p>The situation in Bangladesh remains unstable. Banks are dealing with liquidity problems, and inflation for the month has hit a 12-year peak at 11.66 per cent, according to the Bangladesh Bureau of Statistics.</p>

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<p>Hindu protesters in Bangladesh are calling for the protection of their homes and places of worship, reservations, five-day holidays for Puja, and the creation of a special ministry for minorities.</p>

<p>On Thursday, Muhammad Yunus, an 84-year-old Nobel laureate, took the oath as the leader of an interim government, just days after student protests brought an end to Sheikh Hasina's 15-year reign. He was sworn in as the chief adviser, a role similar to that of a prime minister.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


With student protests, former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina resigning and fleeing to safety, and Mohammed Yunus returning to Bangladesh to lead the interim government, the South Asian country has been going through turmoil, and the former premier staying in neighbouring India further complicates the matter.

With student protests, former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina resigning and fleeing to safety, and Mohammed Yunus returning to Bangladesh to lead the interim government, the South Asian country has been going through turmoil, and the former premier staying in neighbouring India further complicates the matter. However, the Foreign Affairs Adviser of Bangladesh's interim government, Mohamad Touhid Hossain, assured that former PM Sheikh Hasina living in India's capital New Delhi won't change the nature of the bilateral relationship between Bangladesh and India. “There will be no impact on the bilateral relationship between the two countries due to one individual’s stay in another country. Bilateral relations involve substantial mutual interests. Both India and Bangladesh have their respective interests,” Hossain said during the first diplomatic briefing on Monday (August 12), according to the Dhaka Tribune. "We stress that the government shall adhere to all international, regional and bilateral instruments it is a party to and shall remain a proponent of multilateralism with the UN at the core,’’ Hossein added. Also read: Pakistan: Authorities crack down on 'fake' tourists heading to Middle East to beg The briefing was attended by representatives from all diplomatic missions in Dhaka, including UN agencies. "Bangladesh is on the brink of a new beginning. We are proud of our students for being the vanguard of the new Bangladesh they envision," he said, according to media reports. The situation in Bangladesh remains unstable. Banks are dealing with liquidity problems, and inflation for the month has hit a 12-year peak at 11.66 per cent, according to the Bangladesh Bureau of Statistics. Also read: Paul Nthenge Mackenzie, self-proclaimed pastor behind Kenya starvation cult goes on trial Hindu protesters in Bangladesh are calling for the protection of their homes and places of worship, reservations, five-day holidays for Puja, and the creation of a special ministry for minorities. On Thursday, Muhammad Yunus, an 84-year-old Nobel laureate, took the oath as the leader of an interim government, just days after student protests brought an end to Sheikh Hasina's 15-year reign. He was sworn in as the chief adviser, a role similar to that of a prime minister. (With inputs from agencies)

Sheikh Hasina’s stay in India won’t affect bilateral ties says Bangladesh’s foreign adviser

<p>Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina on Friday (Jun 21) arrived in New Delhi on a state visit to India. She was received by Minister of State External Affairs Kirti Vardhan Singh.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The visit is the first such bilateral visit by any head of government after the (Bharatiya Janata Party) BJP-led (National Democratic Alliance) NDA alliance formed a government for the third consecutive time.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Notably, this visit is Hasina's second trip to the Indian capital in less than 15 days, as she was among the dignitaries invited to Modi's swearing-in ceremony on June 9.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>During the visit, aimed at expanding the already close ties between India and Bangladesh, Hasina met with Foreign Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar hours after landing in the Indian capital.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In a post on X, Jaishankar said, "Delighted to call on Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina of Bangladesh this evening."&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Her State visit to India underlines our close and abiding ties. Appreciate her guidance on the further development of our special partnership," he added.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Hasina and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi are scheduled to meet followed by delegation-level talks as both nations will sign several agreements and MoUs to strengthen the existing ties further.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, the national news agency reported that discussions on a potential trade pact are expected. It added that numerous cross-border initiatives have been launched as part of a robust regional partnership plan over the past decade.&nbsp;</p>

<p>A red carpet will be rolled out on Saturday at Rashtrapati Bhavan to receive Hasina and a ceremonial reception will take place. She will also inspect the Guard of Honour there.&nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;</em></p>


Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina on Friday (Jun 21) arrived in New Delhi on a state visit to India. She was received by Minister of State External Affairs Kirti Vardhan Singh.

Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina on Friday (Jun 21) arrived in New Delhi on a state visit to India. She was received by Minister of State External Affairs Kirti Vardhan Singh. The visit is the first such bilateral visit by any head of government after the (Bharatiya Janata Party) BJP-led (National Democratic Alliance) NDA alliance formed a government for the third consecutive time. Notably, this visit is Hasina's second trip to the Indian capital in less than 15 days, as she was among the dignitaries invited to Modi's swearing-in ceremony on June 9. Also read: From 200,000 to barely 2,000: India clamps down on visas issued to Chinese nationals During the visit, aimed at expanding the already close ties between India and Bangladesh, Hasina met with Foreign Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar hours after landing in the Indian capital. In a post on X, Jaishankar said, "Delighted to call on Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina of Bangladesh this evening." "Her State visit to India underlines our close and abiding ties. Appreciate her guidance on the further development of our special partnership," he added. #WATCH | Delhi: EAM Dr S Jaishankar called on Bangladesh PM Sheikh Hasina PM Sheikh Hasina is on a two-day state visit to India. pic.twitter.com/IYNgnQ6DPY — ANI (@ANI) June 21, 2024 × Delighted to call on Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina of Bangladesh this evening. Her State visit to India underlines our close and abiding ties. Appreciate her guidance on the further development of our special partnership. 🇮🇳 🇧🇩 pic.twitter.com/vqlR2mbz04 — Dr. S. Jaishankar (@DrSJaishankar) June 21, 2024 × PM Sheikh Hasina of Bangladesh arrives in New Delhi on a State Visit to India. Warmly welcomed by MoS @KVSinghMPGonda at the airport. Bangladesh is a key partner and trusted neighbour of India. The visit will give a major boost to this celebrated bilateral partnership. pic.twitter.com/zSiKijXbBo — Randhir Jaiswal (@MEAIndia) June 21, 2024 × Also read: Pakistan: Mob lynches man, hangs his body over blasphemy allegations Hasina and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi are scheduled to meet followed by delegation-level talks as both nations will sign several agreements and MoUs to strengthen the existing ties further. Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, the national news agency reported that discussions on a potential trade pact are expected. It added that numerous cross-border initiatives have been launched as part of a robust regional partnership plan over the past decade. A red carpet will be rolled out on Saturday at Rashtrapati Bhavan to receive Hasina and a ceremonial reception will take place. She will also inspect the Guard of Honour there. (With inputs from agencies)

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Sheikh Hasina’s stay in India won’t affect bilateral ties says Bangladesh’s foreign adviser

Bangladesh PM Sheikh Hasina holds meeting with Jaishankar during state visit to India