Russia urges Dhaka to reduce tensions domestically, also with India

Russian Ambassador to Bangladesh Alexander Grigoryevich Khozin on Monday called for reducing tensions in Bangladesh to create a conducive environment before the next national election scheduled for February 12 next year.

The Ambassador also highlighted the importance of reducing Bangladesh’s tensions with its neighbour India – the sooner the better.

He said they are not interfering in the two countries' bilateral relations, but they think it will be wise to find a way so that the tension does not escalate further from the current level.

The Ambassador said the relations should be based on mutual trust and confidence.

He welcomed the election date announced by the Election Commission and said they are expecting that the election will be held on time – February 12.

Regarding sending election observers, the ambassador said they are in touch with the Election Commission and they are waiting for the official invitation from the EC.

The interactive session was held at the Embassy of the Russian Federation.