Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday said Bangladesh is one of the significant pillars of India’s ‘Neighbourhood First’ policy. “It has been my priority to strengthen and deepen the relationship with Bangladesh,” Modi said during a conference with his Bangladesh counterpart Sheikh Hasina. “It is true that the year has been tough due to the [coronavirus] pandemic. However, it is satisfying to know that even in these challenging times, India and Bangladesh have maintained good cooperation, be it on medicines, medical equipment or working with health professionals.” The prime minister said that there is also good cooperation between the countries on Covid-19 vaccine support. “We will give special emphasis to your needs regarding this [vaccine support],” Modi said.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday said Bangladesh is one of the significant pillars of India’s ‘Neighbourhood First’ policy. “It has been my priority to strengthen and deepen the relationship with Bangladesh,” Modi said during a conference with his Bangladesh counterpart Sheikh Hasina. “It is true that the year has been tough due to the [coronavirus] pandemic. However, it is satisfying to know that even in these challenging times, India and Bangladesh have maintained good cooperation, be it on medicines, medical equipment or working with health professionals.” The prime minister said that there is also good cooperation between the countries on Covid-19 vaccine support. “We will give special emphasis to your needs regarding this [vaccine support],” Modi said.