‘National interest’ will guide BNP on Ganga Water Treaty renewal: BNP chair’s foreign affairs adviser

The Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) has emphasized that national interest will be the guiding principle for its stance on the renewal of the Ganga Water Treaty with India. The BNP's foreign affairs adviser called upon India to move past historical grievances and acknowledged a significant political shift in Bangladesh, stating that the Awami League no longer holds power. Additionally, he expressed apprehensions regarding rising communal tensions in India, particularly in the context of electoral politics. This statement reflects the BNP's desire for a more constructive and forward-looking relationship with India, while also highlighting the importance of addressing communal harmony as a crucial element in regional politics. The BNP's approach suggests a potential recalibration of bilateral relations, demanding mutual respect and understanding in light of changing political dynamics in Bangladesh.