Bangladesh is becoming central to India’s neighborhood first policy. Do you agree with this view? Comment (200 Words)
Refer - Indian Express
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IAS Parliament 2 years
KEY POINTS
· Bangladesh is now central to India’s “Neighbourhood First Policy”, particularly given the economic crisis affecting Pakistan and Sri Lanka.
· There is an agreement on the water-sharing formula for the river Kushyara that flows into Bangladesh from Assam’s Silchar district.
· India has requested the finalisation of the temporary water sharing accord on the Feni river, which meets Tripura’s water requirements.
· Bangladesh has announced 200 scholarships to descendants of children of Indian military personnel who laid down their lives in the 1971 War of Liberation.
· The rising energy demand in Bangladesh has led to the 1,320 MW thermal power plant being built at Rampal by the NTPC in a 50:50 joint venture.
· Around $8 billion Line of Credit (LoC) has been extended to Bangladesh, including $500 million for defence-related procurement.
· China’s footprint in Bangladesh has increased via the BRI, as part of Beijing’s concerted effort to influence New Delhi’s neighbours.
· Bangladesh has been careful in assessing China’s “debt-trap” diplomacy, given the economic crises in Pakistan and Sri Lanka.
· The Rohingya refugee issue has imposed a huge burden on Bangladesh. PM Hasina raised this issue and called on India to help in repatriating the refugees to Myanmar.
PANDI SANTHOSH RAJA S 2 years
Kindly review
IAS Parliament 2 years
Try to include about the strategic dimension. Keep Writing.
K. V. A 2 years
Pls review
IAS Parliament 2 years
Try to mention about the role of regional organization briefly. Avoid using short forms frequently. Keep Writing.
