International Desk

India has hinted that Bangladesh issues may come up for discussions during the meeting between US President Donald Trump and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi in the context of regional situation.

"There will be discussions on the regional and international situation. I would imagine this might be one of the issues that will come up," said Indian Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri while responding to a question during a media briefing in New Delhi on Friday.

Describing recent incidents in Bangladesh, including vandalism of historic Dhanmondi-32 residence, the journalist wanted to know whether Prime Minister Modi is likely to discuss Bangladesh when he meets President Trump.

In reply, the Indian Foreign Secretary said, "As to whether the issue will come up in discussions in Washington, D.C., I can't prejudge right now."

Prime Minister Modi will visit the United States at the invitation of the President of the United States of America.

He will pay an official working visit to the United States on 12th and 13th of February, said the Indian Foreign Secretary.

This will be the first visit of Prime Minister Modi to the United States since the inauguration of the second presidential term of President Donald Trump.

The Indian Foreign Secretary referred to the statement that they have made recently with regard to the incidents relating to the residence of Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman.

"We would also like to point out that the safety of diplomatic premises is the responsibility of the host government and I have no doubt that the Bangladesh authorities are fully aware of their responsibilities in this regard," said Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri.

Bangladesh wants to establish a relationship with India that would ensure mutual benefits and secure both nations' interest and efforts are underway to that end, said the interim government.