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Sheikh Hasina calls Bangladesh skipping BRICS summit 'deeply unfortunate'

Bangladesh PM Sheikh Hasina criticised her government’s decision to skip the India-hosted BRICS summit, urging openness for the country's benefit.

Puja Shil | | 1 min read

Sheikh Hasina calls Bangladesh skipping BRICS summit 'deeply unfortunate'
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In Brief

  1. Sheikh Hasina calls Bangladesh skipping BRICS summit 'deeply unfortunate'.
  2. She urges government to open doors, not close them for the country.
  3. The BRICS summit was hosted by India with wide international participation.
  4. Hasina's remarks highlight concerns over Bangladesh's diplomatic engagements.

Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina expressed strong disappointment over her government’s decision to skip the India-hosted BRICS summit. She described the decision as "deeply unfortunate" and urged the administration to adopt a more open approach in international diplomacy.

Addressing the issue publicly, Hasina emphasised that a responsible government should "open doors for the country, not close them," signalling her concern regarding missed opportunities for Bangladesh on the global stage.

The BRICS summit, convened by India, brought together significant international leaders, offering strategic dialogues on economic and geopolitical matters. Bangladesh's absence was noted amid these deliberations, raising questions about the country's current foreign policy direction.

Hasina's comments come amid domestic discussions about the nation's engagement with key global forums and the implications for its international relations and development prospects.

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