Dhaka, Jan. 13 -- Fahmida Khatun, Executive Director of the Centre for Policy Dialogue (CPD), on Tuesday spoke about the evolving political situation in Bangladesh, the security of Hindu minorities, and the current trajectory of Bangladesh-India diplomatic and economic relations.

In an exclusive interview with ANI, Khatun, on the bilateral ties between the nations, said, "India and Bangladesh share one of South Asia's most comprehensive bilateral relationships in many areas, spanning trade, connectivity, power, security, cooperation and, most importantly, people-to-people exchange."

She highlighted that both countries remain sovereign states with independent political dynamics.

"Relations should continue to be based on mutual respect, ...