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BNP's New Government Prioritizes Border Safety and Water Treaty

2/14/2026

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Bangladesh's incoming government led by the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) under Tarique Rahman will pursue priorities after their election victory.
It aims to stop border killings by Indian forces.
It seeks to renew the Ganga Water Treaty by December 2026.
It intends to increase medical visas from India.
Humaiun Kobir, a foreign affairs adviser, said decisions will be based on national interest.

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Story summary

Bangladesh's incoming government led by the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) under Tarique Rahman will pursue priorities after their election victory.
It aims to stop border killings by Indian forces.
It seeks to renew the Ganga Water Treaty by December 2026.
It intends to increase medical visas from India.
Humaiun Kobir, a foreign affairs adviser, said decisions will be based on national interest.