Modi Meets Bangladesh’s Yunus to Strengthen Bilateral Ties

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with Bangladesh’s interim leader, Muhammad Yunus, during the BIMSTEC summit in Bangkok. This was their first meeting since Sheikh Hasina’s departure in 2024, a period that strained relations. Modi emphasized India’s commitment to a stable and inclusive Bangladesh, addressing concerns over minority rights. Yunus reassured Modi of minority protections and expressed interest in deepening economic and diplomatic ties with India.