Prime Minister of Bangladesh, Sheikh Hasina, landed in India’s Ghaziabad on Monday for a four-day official visit. The Bangladeshi PM’s aircraft touched down at Hindon airbase. This visit holds significant importance as it marks the first bilateral visit by a foreign leader to India since the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Sheikh Hasina was received by the Indian Minister of State for External Affairs, Meenakshi Lekhi, and other officials at the airbase. The Bangladeshi PM was greeted with a guard of honour and a traditional welcome ceremony upon her arrival.
During her visit, Sheikh Hasina is set to hold discussions with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on key issues including trade, security, and regional cooperation. The two leaders are expected to explore ways to deepen ties between the two countries and promote mutual interests.
The meeting between Sheikh Hasina and Narendra Modi comes as both countries celebrate the 50th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations. The visit is seen as an opportunity to strengthen the historical ties between Bangladesh and India and enhance cooperation in various areas.
The bilateral visit is also expected to focus on addressing shared challenges such as terrorism, climate change, and economic development. The leaders are likely to discuss ways to enhance connectivity between the two countries and promote people-to-people exchanges.
Overall, Sheikh Hasina’s visit to India is expected to further strengthen the bonds between the two nations and foster greater cooperation in areas of mutual interest. It is a significant step towards enhancing regional stability and prosperity.
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