Indian High Commissioner to Bangladesh, Pranay Verma, has expressed concerns regarding the safety and security of Indian establishments in Bangladesh including its High Commission in Dhaka.
During a courtesy meeting with the interim government Chief Adviser Prof Dr Muhammad Yunus at the State Guest House Jamuna on Thursday, High Commissioner Verma raised these concerns.
Following the meeting, Chief Adviser's press secretary, Shafiqul Alam, briefed the media at the Foreign Service Academy, confirming that security measures have already been intensified in Dhaka's diplomatic zone to address these concerns.
In addition to security issues, the High Commissioner discussed the goal of shared prosperity between the two nations, reaffirming India's strong belief in a prosperous and stable Bangladesh.
"We believe in a strong and prosperous Bangladesh. We are really looking forward to working together," Press Secretary Alam quoted the High Commissioner as saying.
During his introductory meeting with Prof Yunus, the envoy reiterated India's commitment to working with Bangladesh to fulfill shared aspirations of the people of Bangladesh and India for "peace, security and development."
They exchanged views on issues of shared interest and discussed avenues to further strengthen people to people ties. —UNB
