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Bangladesh asks India to block ex-PM Hasina's political activities from its territory

From Daily Star · () English

Translated from English, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Bangladesh has asked India to prevent the use of its territory for political speeches by deposed former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina or individuals linked to banned organizations.
  • The call was made by Prime Minister’s Foreign Affairs Adviser Humaiun Kobir to Indian High Commissioner Dinesh Trivedi, citing concerns that such activities could undermine bilateral relations.
  • India assured Bangladesh that the matter would be considered and that inquiries would be conducted, as discussions also covered enhancing people-centric cooperation.

Bangladesh has formally requested India's cooperation to prevent the use of Indian territory for political activities by deposed former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, or any individuals associated with banned organizations. The appeal aims to stop speeches or actions intended to destabilize Bangladesh.

Such activities could undermine the positive progress in Bangladesh-India relations.

— Humaiun KobirBangladesh's Prime Minister’s Foreign Affairs Adviser explaining the concern over deposed former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina potentially using Indian territory for political speeches.

Prime Minister’s Foreign Affairs Adviser Humaiun Kobir conveyed this request to Indian High Commissioner Dinesh Trivedi during a meeting at the Prime Minister’s Office. The concern arises from reports that Hasina, who is convicted, is expected to participate in a virtual event on August 5. Kobir emphasized that such activities could jeopardize the positive progress in Bangladesh-India relations.

The matter would be considered appropriately, saying the Indian side would conduct the necessary inquiries and remain vigilant on the issue.

— Dinesh TrivediIndian High Commissioner to Dhaka responding to Bangladesh's request regarding political activities from Indian territory.

Trivedi assured Kobir that India would appropriately consider the request, conduct necessary inquiries, and remain vigilant. The meeting also served to review various aspects of existing bilateral relations and matters of mutual interest, with both sides stressing the importance of regular dialogue and constructive engagement. They expressed hope for long-term solutions to outstanding issues through mutual trust.

They emphasised the importance of maintaining regular dialogue and constructive engagement.

— Foreign Ministry StatementDescribing the outcome of the meeting between Humaiun Kobir and Dinesh Trivedi.

The Indian High Commission in Dhaka noted on Facebook that the discussion focused on enhancing people-centric cooperation. The event on August 5, hosted by the Foreign Correspondents' Club of South Asia in New Delhi, is where Hasina is anticipated to discuss her future plans and potential return to Bangladesh. This date marks the second anniversary of student-led protests that led to her removal from office after a 16-year rule.

The discussion focused on enhancing people-centric cooperation between the two neighbouring countries on the basis of mutual interest and benefit.

— Indian High Commission in DhakaDescribing the focus of the meeting on Facebook.
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Originally published by Daily Star in English. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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