Issues can be solved through discussions

Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina told outgoing Indian High Commissioner to Bangladesh Vikram Kumar Doraiswami that there might be some issues of concern with neighbours and those can be resolved through discussions.

The PM said this when the Indian envoy visited the Gono Bhaban yesterday.

PM's Deputy Press Secretary Hasan Jahid Tusher briefed reporters after the visit.

Hasina said Bangladesh wants sustainable development of the entire South Asia for the sake of the greater benefits of the people of the region.

Doraiswami said India's friendly relations with Bangladesh will be elevated to newer heights under the leadership of the PM.

He added that his country highly praises her leadership for strengthening the Bangladesh-India relations and the overall socio-economic development of Bangladesh.

Describing Hasina's recent visit to India as a success, he congratulated the premier for the fruitful tour.

Hasina congratulated the outgoing envoy on his new posting and wished him a bright and successful career.