Bangladesh caught in a geopolitical tug-of-war: Bangladesh maintains balance between Chinese & Indian offers
Dhaka, May 10 -- Bangladesh faces a tough decision as both China and India express interest in financing the Teesta River Comprehensive Management and Restoration Project.
This crucial project aims to alleviate water scarcity in Bangladesh's northern regions.
China has been actively pursuing the Teesta project for years, hoping to secure the contract; however, in a surprising turn of events, India's Foreign Secretary offered to finance the project during recent talks with Bangladesh.
This proposal likely stems from India's concerns about the project's proximity to its border.
As the situation escalates, Bangladesh faces problems as it has relationships with both countries. India is a historical partner with shared borders and rivers. ...
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