Bangladesh High Commissioner to India Riaz Hamidullah has underscored the strategic and people-centric importance of India-Bangladesh ties amid a shifting global order.
Addressing the Independence Day reception hosted by the Bangladesh High Commission in New Delhi, he said Dhaka places high importance on its partnership with New Delhi, calling it vital for shared prosperity and regional stability, reports The New Indian Express.
Indian Minister of State for External Affairs Kirti Vardhan Singh attended the event as the guest of honour while Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri was also present among senior officials and diplomats.
“As our government embarks on a robust mandate, we look forward to advancing our ties… premised on dignity, equality, mutual trust and respect, and shared benefits,” Hamidullah said.
“If Dhaka and Delhi address issues in ways that yield gains for the common people, there is so much that our two countries can accomplish in shared interests,” he said.
He also paid homage to the sacrifices of the 1971 Liberation War, recalling the “bravery and supreme sacrifice” of freedom fighters and acknowledging India’s role.
Touching on recent political developments, he said Bangladesh witnessed a “participatory and exceptionally peaceful” democratic transition, reflecting people’s focus on stability, rule of law and development. He reiterated Dhaka’s commitment to working with India in navigating global uncertainties while upholding “open regionalism and multilateralism”.
“Such should be our shared future, where none would prosper as others around lag behind,” he said. “It is indeed possible for us to chart a pathway towards interdependent relations for generations… May Indo-Bangladesh friendship thrive.”
Kirti Vardhan Singh said India looks forward to partnering with Bangladesh to advance mutual progress and prosperity.
“In this same spirit of cooperation, India warmly welcomes the new government of Bangladesh,” he said.
He said Prime Minister Narendra Modi was among the first leaders to engage with Bangladesh Prime Minister Tarique Rahman, underscoring the high importance India attaches to the relationship, reports New Kerala.com.
Singh said the Liberation War of 1971 and the immense sacrifices made in the struggle against exploitation, oppression, and hatred remain a shared legacy for both countries.
“Our progress reflects an enduring spirit of collaboration, nurtured through sustained efforts on both sides,” he said.