- Bangladesh seeks a 'conducive environment' from the Centre for PM Tarique Rahman's possible visit to Delhi.
- The comments came amid uncertainties over Rahman's visit to New Delhi for the BRICS summit on September 12-13.
Bangladesh's foreign ministry has emphasized the need for a favorable atmosphere for Prime Minister Tarique Rahman's potential visit to India, linking it to the extradition of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina.1
The call for a "conducive environment" comes amid uncertainties regarding Rahman's attendance at the BRICS summit scheduled for September 12-13.23
Shahidul Karim, the spokesperson for Bangladesh's foreign ministry, stated, "We have made our position clear on this matter. We are of the view that an appropriate environment needs to be created for this visit."
The demand for Hasina's extradition has intensified following her remarks during a media event in New Delhi on August 5, where she expressed her determination to return to Bangladesh in December to restore democracy, despite the risk of imprisonment or a death sentence.
This statement has exacerbated tensions between the two nations, with Bangladesh expressing outrage over Hasina's comments, labeling her an "absconding, convicted genocider."
In response, India's Ministry of External Affairs clarified that it had no involvement in the media event concerning Hasina and does not endorse any statements made about the Bangladesh government.
The diplomatic relationship between India and Bangladesh remains fragile, with both sides navigating complex political landscapes.
“The comments come amid uncertainties over Rahman's visit to New Delhi for the BRICS summit on September 12-13, with no clarity on whether he would go. Bangladesh's stance ties the visit to Hasina's extradition, a key bilateral issue.”
