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Friendship, trust and good neighbourhood, between New Delhi and Dhaka should be strengthened, which will also help in finding a solution to the serious issue of Teesta’s water sharing among other issues. The ‘sharing ratio’ can be worked out mutually. Trade and commerce, especially the import of clothing from Bangladesh and the export of India’s pharmaceutical products, should be one of the elements of a strong relationship.
K Pradeep,
Chennai
If India commits to the Teesta water-sharing agreement, it will be the biggest achievement for Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, marking a breakthrough in the politically sensitive issue not only between the two countries but also within Bangladesh. . Failure to conclude the agreement would undermine Ms Hasina’s position ahead of the general election in Bangladesh. He has been criticized by his detractors for “selling” India. If India fails to resolve the issue, it may lose an ally.
SS Paul,
Chakdaha, Nadia, West Bengal
Relationships are an example of the benefits of good friendship and cooperation. There are some problems to be resolved, but the general state of relations is a reminder that the peoples of the subcontinent can be one.
Blessy Carolyn MR,
Chennai
Relations between the two neighbors have been cordial since the liberation of Bangladesh in 1971 with India’s staunch support. Ms Hasina’s visit should pave the way for further strengthening of ties, which is possible only when India settles the knots. In all important bilateral issues.
N Shantha Kumar,
Bangalore
India has gained a lot from better relations with Bangladesh. Therefore, New Delhi must critically analyze the problems affecting long standing issues. Amidst the backdrop of comments on the Prophet and the Citizenship (Amendment) Act, it is time for India to find a solution and also counter the encroachment by China.
MP Yuvraj,
Mayiladuthurai, Tamil Nadu
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Liz Truss, who assumed a leadership role in the United Kingdom, comes at a time when the UK is facing dire economic conditions. Brexit, the COVID-19 pandemic, and the war in Ukraine are to blame for the sorry state of affairs. Britain is vulnerable to political and economic unpredictability. That said, India could see a lot in terms of strong trade. Ms Truss can be counted among senior British politicians known for deepening India-UK strategic and economic ties, even calling her the “sweet spot” of global trade dynamics.
Bobbin Saji George,
Thiruvananthapuram
Ms Truss, will not be an easy race, with many of her tasks leading up to her finding a solution to the UK living crisis Ms Truss’s political views have also changed. Despite his perception of making a mistake and taking a U-turn, his tax-cutting agenda will be of great interest.
R Shivakumar,
Chennai
Ms Truss’s rise to the top post was a foregone conclusion as it was highly unlikely that the British would have chosen someone who was not of native ethnicity. For India, Ms Truss can be counted as an ally. She can’t ignore the substantial Indian vote bank in the UK
Raju Mathai,
Kochi, Kerala
Politics and 3Ds
Tamil Nadu BJP state leader K. Some of Annamalai’s recent remarks smacks of immaturity in his altercation with members of the ruling party. There should be decency, dignity and dignity in political discourse. Fourth D, ‘derogatory language’ should not find a place.
Mani Natarajan,
Chennai
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Former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi’s interest in preserving the country’s beauty spots while welcoming commercial activities should be an eye-opener to many in the political class in India (OpEd page – ‘The Archives’, 7 September). Her idea was so strong that she was in favor of re-running the new rail link connecting Tirunelveli, Nagercoil, Kanyakumari and Trivandrum. If Smriti serves me right, I think her petition was considered.
A. Jainulabdeen,
Chennai