Pakistan Strengthens Bangladesh Ties Amid India Strain

• Pakistan's Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar held phone talks with Bangladesh's Foreign Adviser Touhid Hossain.
• The call aimed to strengthen Pakistan-Bangladesh ties amidst strained relations between India and Bangladesh.
• Officials reviewed bilateral relations, reaffirmed cooperation, and discussed regional developments in Asia and the Middle East.
• India-Bangladesh ties deteriorated after the 2024 uprising removed Sheikh Hasina, with Dhaka accusing India of support for Awami League.
• Historically, Bangladesh gained independence from Pakistan in 1971 with India's crucial role, leading to strong India-Bangladesh ties.

Why It Matters: Pakistan seeks to bolster ties with Bangladesh as India-Bangladesh relations face strain.