India wants to further strengthen relations with Bangladesh: Pranay Verma tells BNP
Both sides expressed a desire to strengthen their bilateral ties, particularly in light of the recent political changes in Bangladesh
Indian High Commissioner to Bangladesh Pranay Verma today (22 September) told BNP leaders that his country wants to further strengthen its relations with Bangladesh.
During a meeting with top BNP leaders, the Indian envoy also said his country is also working to strengthen the relations of Indian political parties with BNP, reports UNB.
Following the meeting, Mirza Fakhrul told reporters that they discussed ways to deepen the bilateral relationship between the two neighbouring countries.
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The BNP leader said they also raised concerns about ongoing border tensions, water disputes, and security threats and emphasised the urgent need for solutions to these problems.
He said the Indian high commissioner acknowledged these concerns and assured BNP that they are committed to resolving the issues promptly.
Both sides expressed a desire to strengthen their bilateral ties, particularly in light of the recent political changes in Bangladesh.
The Indian envoy expressed interest in fostering closer relationships with Bangladesh's political parties and working towards a more positive and productive partnership between the two nations, Fakhrul added.
BNP Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir, Standing Committee Member Salahuddin Ahmed, Vice Chairman Advocate Nitai Roy Chowdhury, and international affairs committee member Shama Obaid were present at the meeting.
