India has congratulated Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina on her election victory and eyes “even stronger momentum and growth” in the bilateral partnership in support of each other’s national development. Indian High Commissioner to Bangladesh Pranay Verma during his call on PM Hasina today (January 08, 2024) conveyed warm greetings and congratulations on behalf of the government of India and Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Read more: Envoys of India, China, Russia and four other countries congratulate Hasina on her big election victory India was the first country to congratulate the Prime Minister today. The Indian high commissioner expressed hope that during the new term of PM Hasina’s government, there will be even stronger momentum and growth in the bilateral partnership. The envoy said that India will continue to support people of Bangladesh in realizing their vision of a stable, progressive and prosperous nation, guided by their long-standing friendship and inspired by their shared sacrifices in the Liberation War. Read more: Visiting foreign observers describe National Election 2024 in Bangladesh as ‘free, fair and safe’

The envoys of India, Russia, China, Bhutan, Philippines, Singapore, and Sri Lanka paid a courtesy call on Awami League President and Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina at her official residence Ganabhaban on Monday (January 08, 2024) morning. Besides, the delegation of Aga Khan Diplomatic Representatives also met her. Read more: Visiting foreign observers describe National Election 2024 in Bangladesh as ‘free, fair and safe’ On behalf of their respective countries and organisation, they congratulated Hasina on her party’s absolute victory in Sunday's 12th National Parliamentary Election, according to a release from PM’s press wing. The delegates expressed their firm commitment to continue cooperation with Bangladesh, it said. The prime minister thanked them and sought their cooperation in the development and advancement of Bangladesh. Read more: India congratulates PM Hasina on election victory, hopes for ‘even stronger momentum’ in ties

Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina on Saturday congratulated Sri Lankan Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa on the victory of ruling SLPP party in the country’s National Assembly polls held on August 5.