India interested in democratic Bangladesh
Against the backdrop of fresh unrest in Bangladesh, India yesterday hoped that political leaders and people would be given the chance to steer the country back to "full democracy" through peaceful, free and fair elections.
"As a friendly neighbour, India is interested in a stable, democratic and prosperous Bangladesh," spokesman for India's external affairs ministry Navtej Sarna said in New Delhi.
He said the Indian government is closely watching the developments in Bangladesh after widespread violence last week led to the imposition of curfew.
"At this difficult time, it is our hope that the people of Bangladesh, their representatives and their leaders will be afforded every lawful opportunity to take Bangladesh to full restoration of democracy through peaceful, free and fair elections," Sarna said.
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