Bangladesh’s Diplomatic Note to India on Sheikh Hasina’s Repatriation

Aakhir Tak – In Shorts

1. Bangladesh has sent a diplomatic note to India for Sheikh Hasina’s repatriation.
2. Sheikh Hasina, 77, has been living in exile in India since August 5.
3. The Dhaka-based International Crimes Tribunal has issued arrest warrants for Hasina and her associates.
4. Foreign Affairs Adviser Touhid Hossain confirmed that the repatriation process is underway.
5. Hasina can be brought back to Bangladesh under the existing extradition treaty between Dhaka and New Delhi.

Aakhir Tak – In Depth

Bangladesh’s Diplomatic Note on Sheikh Hasina’s Repatriation

Bangladesh’s interim government announced that it has sent a diplomatic note to India, seeking the repatriation of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina. Hasina, 77, has been in exile in India since August 5, following student-led protests that ended her 16-year regime.

Charges Against Sheikh Hasina

The Dhaka-based International Crimes Tribunal (ICT) has issued arrest warrants for Sheikh Hasina and several former Cabinet ministers, advisers, and military and civil officials on charges of “crimes against humanity and genocide.” Foreign Affairs Adviser Touhid Hossain stated, “We have sent a diplomatic message to the Indian government saying that Bangladesh wants her back for the judicial process.”

Repatriation Process

Earlier in the morning, Home Advisor Jahangir Alam mentioned that his office has sent a letter to the foreign ministry to expedite Hasina’s extradition. Alam confirmed that there is an existing extradition treaty between Dhaka and New Delhi, which can facilitate Hasina’s return to Bangladesh.

Key Takeaways to Remember

1. Bangladesh has sent a diplomatic note to India for Sheikh Hasina’s repatriation.
2. Serious charges have been filed against Hasina by the ICT.
3. An existing extradition treaty could facilitate Hasina’s return from India to Bangladesh.
4. The government is accelerating the judicial process for her repatriation.
5. Hasina’s repatriation could significantly impact Bangladesh’s political landscape.

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