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India Seeks Positive Relations with Bangladesh Amid Hasina Extradition Row
✍️ India Today
🗓 14 Nov 2026, 01:02 AM
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The Ministry of External Affairs reiterated India's desire for constructive ties with Bangladesh despite the ongoing extradition dispute involving Sheikh Hasina.
New Delhi – The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said on Tuesday that India remains committed to fostering a positive and cooperative relationship with Bangladesh, even as the two neighbours grapple with a diplomatic row over the extradition of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina.
The statement, released through a press briefing, emphasized that bilateral ties, trade, and people‑to‑people contacts should not be jeopardised by the legal dispute. MEA officials underscored that both governments have a shared interest in regional stability and economic integration.
While the extradition issue has sparked media attention in both capitals, the Indian side indicated that it will continue to engage with Bangladeshi authorities through established diplomatic channels to resolve the matter amicably. No further details on the case were disclosed.
Analysts note that maintaining a steady diplomatic tone is crucial, given the interdependence of the two countries on matters such as water sharing, border management, and cross‑border trade. The MEA’s remarks aim to reassure stakeholders that the broader partnership remains intact.
The ministry concluded by reaffirming India's readiness to work closely with Bangladesh on all fronts, seeking solutions that respect each nation's legal frameworks while preserving the spirit of friendship.
The statement, released through a press briefing, emphasized that bilateral ties, trade, and people‑to‑people contacts should not be jeopardised by the legal dispute. MEA officials underscored that both governments have a shared interest in regional stability and economic integration.
While the extradition issue has sparked media attention in both capitals, the Indian side indicated that it will continue to engage with Bangladeshi authorities through established diplomatic channels to resolve the matter amicably. No further details on the case were disclosed.
Analysts note that maintaining a steady diplomatic tone is crucial, given the interdependence of the two countries on matters such as water sharing, border management, and cross‑border trade. The MEA’s remarks aim to reassure stakeholders that the broader partnership remains intact.
The ministry concluded by reaffirming India's readiness to work closely with Bangladesh on all fronts, seeking solutions that respect each nation's legal frameworks while preserving the spirit of friendship.