Bangladesh PM Tarique Rahman Meets Indian Envoy Amid Diplomatic Tensions

Bangladesh Prime Minister Tarique Rahman met Indian High Commissioner Dinesh Trivedi on August 10, 2026, to address bilateral tensions following a controversial press conference held by Sheikh Hasina in New Delhi.

The meeting in Dhaka included Bangladesh Foreign Minister Khalilur Rahman and Foreign Affairs Adviser Humayun Kobir, while High Commissioner Trivedi was accompanied by Deputy Chief of Mission Pawan Badhe.

Both nations aim to renew the 1996 Ganga Waters Treaty before its December 31, 2026, expiration, with further discussions expected during Prime Minister Rahman's visit to the BRICS summit in September.