Dr Shakuntala Bhabani

Both India and Bangladesh place a lot of importance on the joint meeting dialogue. To strengthen connections with Bangladesh, the friendship discussion with India essentially indicates the improved bilateral understanding.

Since the Rohingya problem emerged in the area, India must keep in mind that it has the potential to directly undermine the strategic and economic goals of the QUAD countries, which value the rule of law, democracy, human rights, and freedom.

In times of difficulty, Bangladesh, as a friend and neighbor, stands ready to support Sri Lanka. It is true that, by working together, India, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, and other members of the South Asian Association of Regional Cooperation (SAARC) can overcome the crisis.