Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 01:58pm on 31 Mar 2025,Monday International
Bangladesh's interim leader Muhammad Yunus, during his China visit, referred to India's seven northeastern states as "landlocked" while pitching Bangladesh as a gateway for Chinese investments. Speaking in Beijing, Yunus claimed Bangladesh was the "only guardian of the ocean," urging China to use it for economic expansion. His remarks, including references to Nepal and Bhutan, raised concerns in India. Experts questioned the geopolitical implications, with economist Sanjeev Sanyal calling for clarification. China pledged over $900 million in investments for Bangladesh, fueling speculation about its growing regional influence amid strained India-Bangladesh ties. (PC: India Today)
