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On August 26, a phone conversation between U.S. President Joe Biden and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed concerns about the situation in Bangladesh. While the White House statement did not specifically mention Bangladesh, Modi’s social media post on ‘X’ (formerly Twitter) and a statement from the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO) confirmed that the issue was discussed.
During the call, President Biden expressed apprehensions regarding the safety of the Bangladeshi people and the future of the country’s democratic institutions. National Security Communications Advisor John Kirby provided this update to the media on Wednesday, stating that Biden and Modi both voiced concerns over recent developments in Bangladesh.
“President Biden clearly conveyed his concerns regarding the safety of people in Bangladesh and the future of its democratic institutions,” Kirby said.
Although the White House’s initial statement did not reference Bangladesh, Modi’s post on ‘X’ and the PMO’s statement highlighted that the topic was indeed part of their discussion. The PMO noted that both leaders shared concerns about the situation and emphasized the need to restore law and order in Bangladesh, particularly ensuring the safety of minorities, including Hindus.
Modi reiterated this sentiment in his ‘X’ post, stressing the importance of quickly restoring normalcy and safeguarding minorities in Bangladesh.
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