Bangladesh Presses Pakistan for 1971 Apology, $4.5 Billion in Outstanding Dues During First High-Level Talks in 15 Years
In a significant diplomatic development, Bangladesh has asked Pakistan for a formal apology over the 1971 Liberation War. It also requested a settlement of financial claims amounting to $4.5 billion. The demands were made during the first Foreign Office Consultations (FOC) held between the two nations in 15 years. Bangladesh’s Foreign Secretary Md Jashim Uddin stated that unresolved issues from the past must be addressed. This is necessary to build a meaningful and stable partnership between the two countries. He spoke to media at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. He emphasized the importance of resolving longstanding matters. This is essential…