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Beyond mango diplomacy: The real test for India and Bangladesh

India and Bangladesh remain bound by deep historical, cultural and economic ties despite growing diplomatic tensions over border security, migration and Sheikh Hasina's extradition. While gestures such as mango diplomacy may help create goodwill, experts argue that lasting progress will depend on sustained dialogue, political trust and pragmatic cooperation on security, trade and shared regional interests.

Tanvia Barua
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Beyond mango diplomacy: The real test for India and Bangladesh

India and Bangladesh share deep historical, cultural and linguistic ties, shaped by a common past, the legacy of the 1971 Liberation War, the lives of border communities and growing economic interdependence. For this reason, whenever tensions emerge between the two neighbours, symbolic gestures often acquire significance alongside formal diplomatic engagement. 'Mango diplomacy' and 'hilsa diplomacy' are among the most recognisable examples.

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