Foreign Minister Khalilur Rahman on Tuesday said Bangladesh will take necessary action if any “push-in” incidents occur along the Bangladesh–India border.
He made the remarks while speaking to journalists at the State Guest House Padma in Dhaka.
Referring to border tensions linked to political changes in West Bengal, he said “Bangladesh will remain alert. We will respond if any push-in incidents take place following a change of government in West Bengal.”
On his upcoming China visit, the foreign minister said he is travelling to China and the Teesta Master Plan will be discussed there.
“Teesta project remains a commitment of the Prime Minister” he added.
Khalilur also said “Prime Minister Tarique Rahman may visit India or China in June.”
“Preparations are underway and coordination of schedules is in progress,” he mentioned.
On trade relations with the United States, foreign minister said “Discussions with the US are positive.”
He noted that several countries have similar trade agreements. “We are ahead compared to many other countries,” he said.
Earlier, sources said Khalilur Rahman is visiting China on invitation from the Chinese government. He will stay in Beijing until 7 May.
During the visit, he will hold bilateral talks with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi.
The two sides are expected to discuss regional and global issues, including the current situation in the Middle East, as well as other matters of mutual interest. Discussions will also cover coordination of development policies and strategic priorities.
The foreign minister is also scheduled to meet Wang Huning, Chairman of the Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference. In addition, Liu Haixing, Minister of the International Department of the Communist Party of China, will host a luncheon in his honour.
The delegation includes Prime Minister’s Foreign Affairs Adviser Humayun Kabir, BIDA Chairman Ashik Chowdhury, and senior government officials.
