Bangladesh Foreign Minister Khalilur Rahman arrived in New Delhi for a “goodwill visit” aimed at strengthening cooperation between the two countries. The visit is significant as it marks the first visit by a Bangladeshi minister to India since the new government took office. Discussions during the visit are expected to focus on various key issues, including visa services, energy cooperation, border management, river water-sharing, and trade facilitation measures.
Rahman’s itinerary includes meetings with India’s Foreign Minister, National Security Advisor, and Minister of Petroleum and Natural Gas. The visit is seen as an opportunity to enhance bilateral relations based on mutual respect and shared interests. Bangladesh is likely to push for a more positive approach from India towards the restoration of visa services, which have been suspended since 2024.
The trip is also expected to address the impact of restrictions on medical tourism and discuss ways to strengthen defense cooperation. Both countries are looking to deepen ties through a constructive and forward-looking approach. The visit is part of efforts to elevate cooperation between Bangladesh and India to more sustainable levels in the future.
