Rashtrapati Bhavan Does U-Turn on Bangladesh PM’s Visit
The recall leaves the timing and program of Tarique Rahman’s proposed India visit unclear as tensions persist over Sheikh Hasina’s extradition.
- Rashtrapati Bhavan withdrew a press release on Friday that had announced the cancellation of the Change of Guard ceremony, citing rehearsal preparations for Bangladesh Prime Minister Tarique Rahman's ceremonial welcome.
- Relations between India and Bangladesh remain strained over Dhaka's demand for the extradition of former Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, who has resided in India since 2024.
- The withdrawn notice had cited a "ceremonial welcome of the Prime Minister of Bangladesh," yet neither government has officially confirmed the visit, which reports indicate is expected between 23 and 25.
- Bangladesh Foreign Affairs Adviser Humaiun Kobir stated the likelihood of Rahman's visit "remained slim" without "mutual trust," while Indian High Commissioner Dinesh Trivedi expressed Prime Minister Narendra Modi's desire to make the trip "memorable."
- This diplomatic uncertainty persists ahead of the BRICS summit, as both nations continue to navigate complex tensions regarding extradition and bilateral cooperation.
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Rashtrapati Bhavan withdraws communique announcing rehearsal for Bangladesh PM visit
A cancelled ceremony announcement added confusion to Bangladesh Prime Minister Tarique Rahman's upcoming visit. This development highlighted ongoing diplomatic friction between India and Bangladesh. Relations are strained over Dhaka's demand for the extradition of Sheikh Hasina. Indian officials sought to ease bilateral friction and make the trip memorable.
President House retracts statement mentioning Bangladesh PM Rahman’s arrival in India - The Tribune
In a rare retraction on Friday, the President House withdrew a press statement that had linked the cancellation of a customary Saturday event at Rashtrapati Bhavan to the visit of Bangladesh Prime Minister Tarique Rahman.
Rashtrapati Bhavan does U-turn on Bangladesh PM's visit
Rashtrapati Bhavan withdrew a communique announcing the cancellation of the Change of Guard ceremony for a rehearsal of Bangladesh Prime Minister Tarique Rahman's ceremonial welcome, adding to the confusion surrounding his high-profile visit amid diplomatic friction over Bangladesh's demand for Sheikh Hasina's extradition.
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