Bangladesh PM Sheikh Hasina Visits India: Strengthening Ties with PM Modi
Foreign Secretary Vinay Kwatra highlighted the importance of Bangladesh in India’s strategic plans for regional cooperation and security. He emphasized that Bangladesh is crucial for India’s SAGAR (Security and Growth for All in the Region) doctrine and its vision for the Indo-Pacific region.
During a special press briefing, Kwatra mentioned the renewal of the disaster management agreement, which aims to improve response and capacity building. This is a key part of the Indo-Pacific Oceans initiative. He also discussed the renewal of the MoU on maritime cooperation and blue economy, which aims to develop ocean-based blue economy and maritime cooperation.
Kwatra stated, “Bangladesh is a key part of India’s SAGAR doctrine and the Indo-Pacific vision. The renewal of the MoU on maritime cooperation and blue economy that was signed in exchange earlier today aims to develop our ocean-based blue economy and maritime cooperation.”
Bangladesh PM Sheikh Hasina is on a two-day State visit to India from June 21-22. Her visit marks the first foreign guest on a bilateral State visit to India after the formation of the Modi 3.0 government. Earlier this morning, Sheikh Hasina was accorded a ceremonial reception at the Rashtrapati Bhavan, followed by a visit to Rajghat to pay respects to Mahatma Gandhi.
During her visit, Prime Minister Hasina expressed gratitude towards Prime Minister Modi for the invitation extended to her. She highlighted India as a major neighbour, trusted friend, and crucial regional partner, emphasizing the enduring bond that originated during Bangladesh’s War of Liberation in 1971.
Prime Minister Hasina said, “I recall with gratitude the contribution of the government and the people of India to Bangladesh’s independence. I pay deep homage to the brave fallen heroes of India who sacrificed their lives during our War of Liberation in 1971.”
The visit included high-level talks with PM Modi at Hyderabad House, marking the first bilateral visit since the formation of the Modi 3.0 government.
