By Staff Reporter
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan has expressed solidarity with Bangladesh as the country navigates political unrest following the resignation of Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, the foreign ministry said in a statement on Wednesday.
“The Government and people of Pakistan stand in solidarity with the people of Bangladesh, sincerely hoping for a peaceful and swift return to normalcy,” the statement read.
Pakistan conveyed its support for the Bangladeshi people, expressing hope for a swift return to stability. “We are confident that the resilient spirit and unity of the Bangladeshi people will lead them towards a harmonious future.”
The statement comes as Bangladesh prepares to form a caretaker government under Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus, following student-led protests that toppled Hasina’s government.
Relations between Pakistan and Bangladesh have been strained in recent years, particularly during Hasina’s tenure, which saw a boycott of the South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC) summit in 2016.
Pakistan expressed confidence in Bangladesh’s ability to overcome its current challenges, citing the country’s resilient spirit and unity.
“The Government of Pakistan has conveyed its support for the people of Bangladesh, expressing hope for a swift return to stability,” the statement added.
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