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Bangladesh-Pakistan Talks Revive After 15 Years, Historical Grievances Raised

Bangladesh seeks a formal apology and financial reparations from Pakistan over 1971 war atrocities during renewed diplomatic consultations.

Bangladesh Foreign Secretary Md. Jashim Uddin, second right, speaks at a press conference following his bilateral meeting with Pakistan Foreign Secretary Amna Baloch in Dhaka, Bangladesh, Thursday, April 17, 2025. (AP Photo/Mahmud Hossain Opu)
Bangladesh Foreign Secretary Md. Jashim Uddin speaks at a press conference following his bilateral meeting with Pakistan Foreign Secretary Amna Baloch in Dhaka, Bangladesh, Thursday, April 17, 2025. (AP Photo/Mahmud Hossain Opu)
Bangladesh government's chief adviser Muhammad Yunus
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Overview

  • Bangladesh and Pakistan held their first Foreign Office Consultation in 15 years on April 17, 2025, in Dhaka, signaling a diplomatic thaw.
  • Bangladesh raised demands for a public apology for the 1971 genocide, $4.52 billion in financial claims, and the repatriation of stranded Pakistanis.
  • Pakistan described the discussions as constructive but made no commitments on Bangladesh's demands, emphasizing future engagement.
  • The talks precede Pakistan Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar's scheduled visit to Dhaka on April 27-28 to further negotiations.
  • Both nations explored trade, connectivity, and regional cooperation, including revitalizing SAARC and easing bilateral visa and travel restrictions.