International RelationsGS2-International Relations
India-Bangladesh Relations
India and Bangladesh are strengthening their partnership with new MoUs.
June 24, 2024
Key Points
- 1The Modi-Hasina partnership marks a pivotal moment, with the signing of 10 MoUs.
- 2Bilateral trade reached $15.9 billion in 2023.
- 3Bangladesh can conduct rupee transactions up to $2 billion with India.
- 4Infrastructure projects like the Akhaura-Agartala rail link are enhancing connectivity.
- 5India supplies power to Bangladesh, with exports reaching 1,160 MW in 2023.
- 6The Teesta water sharing dispute remains a bone of contention.
- 7Border killings continue to strain bilateral relations.
Important Terms
India-BangladeshMoUsBilateral tradeTeesta water sharingConnectivity
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