Bangladesh's foreign affairs adviser, Md Touhid Hossain, stated that Dhaka is open to improved relations with New Delhi, emphasizing the need for mutual cooperation. He mentioned that there's no update from India regarding the extradition request for former PM Sheikh Hasina, filed after she fled Bangladesh in August 2024.
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During bilateral talks in Beijing, Kim Jong Un pledged his full support to Vladimir Putin, expressing readiness to provide all possible assistance to Moscow. Putin praised North Korean soldiers' bravery, claiming they fought alongside Russian troops. Kim highlighted strengthened ties since last year's strategic partnership pact, considering support for Russia a "fraternal duty."
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