No government role, don’t endorse Hasina’s remarks at private media event: MEA
The Indian Ministry of External Affairs has clarified that the government does not endorse remarks made by former Bangladesh PM Sheikh Hasina at a private media event. Bangladesh expressed strong disapproval, labeling the event an affront to its sovereignty.
Why it matters
The incident highlights ongoing diplomatic tensions between India and Bangladesh following the change in leadership in Dhaka.
NEW DELHI: With former Bangladesh PM Sheikh Hasina’s news conference kicking up a diplomatic firestorm, the government said on Friday her remarks, especially those related to the government in Dhaka, are not endorsed by India.“Government had no role to play in what was an event by a private media entity, and the government does not endorse anything said at the forum, especially with regard to the duly constituted govt of Bangladesh,” said ministry of external affairs spokesperson Randhir…
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