- India and Bangladesh held discussions to strengthen consular issues including the finalization of Standard Operating Procedures for the deportation of detained nationals of both nations and early release of detained fishermen.
- This consular dialogue between India and Bangladesh saw the presence of Dr. Ausaf Sayeed, Secretary (CPV and OIA) who headed the Indian delegation. Bangladeshi delegation was led by Mashfee Binte Shams, secretary (east), Bangladesh Foreign Ministry.
- The two sides agreed on the more intensive implementation of provisions under the Revised Travel Arrangements (2018) related to tourist, student, and business visas, and in order to enhance ease of travel visa procedures will be liberalized.
- As per both sides, it will continue to work towards a citizen-centric consular mechanism. The law enforcement agencies will work to prevent terrorism, cross border crimes and increase mutual legal assistance.
- The next consular dialogue will be held in New Delhi.
- Static Knowledge:
- President of Bangladesh - Mohammad Abdul Hamid
- PM of Bangladesh - Sheikh Hasina
- Capital of Bangladesh - Dhaka
- Currency of Bangladesh - Bangladeshi Taka
Question:
Q.1 With which country did India hold the 3rd consular dialogue in Dhaka?
a. Nepal
b. Bangladesh
c. Bhutan
d. China
a. Nepal
b. Bangladesh
c. Bhutan
d. China
