The Awami League, Bangladesh's ruling party, advocated for friendly and respectful relations with neighboring India, accusing the opposition party, Bangladesh Nationalist Party, of harming the country through hostile relations. AL general secretary, Obaidul Quader, announced a 10-point program to celebrate the party's 75th anniversary and emphasized the national interest of a comprehensive partnership with India. He also criticized previous leaders, Ziaur Rahman, HM Ershad, and Khaleda Zia, for creating mutual mistrust and suspicion between the two countries, while noting India's recent initiatives to solve longstanding border issues.
In a heartwarming gesture, Tripura CM Manik Saha has sent a consignment of Queen pineapples to Bangladesh's Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina Ji as a symbol of the strong and friendly relations between the two countries. The act has been praised by both nations and is seen as a reaffirmation of the mutual respect and cooperation shared between the leaders. Tripura's famous pineapples, known for their quality and sweetness, make for a perfect gift to symbolize the warmth and camaraderie between India and Bangladesh.
The prime ministers of India and Bangladesh have signed 10 agreements which aim to boost bilateral ties in various areas such as digital, maritime, transportation, and more. The two leaders also discussed strengthening cooperation in the digital and energy sectors, as well as resolving the issue of Rohingya refugees and promoting regional cooperation. Among the major outcomes of the talks was India's decision to send a technical team to Bangladesh for a mega project to conserve and manage the Teesta river.
During her visit to India, Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina met with PM Modi to discuss the renewal of multiple agreements, including maritime cooperation, blue economy, and disaster management. Both leaders emphasized the strong and special relationship between the two countries, with Bangladesh expressing gratitude towards India for their support during the country's War of Liberation in 1971. This visit highlights the crucial regional partnership between India and Bangladesh and further solidifies their bond as major neighbors and trusted friends.
Bangladeshi Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina received a warm welcome from Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the forecourt of Rashtrapati Bhawan on her second visit to the country this month. During her visit, Hasina paid tributes to Mahatma Gandhi and held bilateral consultations with Modi and External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar. With her visit, Hasina emphasizes the strong and abiding relations between Bangladesh and India, further solidifying the two countries' special partnership.