Pakistan's 'Smiling Diplomacy' with Yunus Alarms Delhi Amidst India-Bangladesh Tensions

• Bangladesh's Chief Advisor Dr. Muhammad Yunus met Pakistan's High Commissioner Imran Haider, sparking concern in India.
• The meeting, marked by a "smiling picture," is seen as Pakistan's attempt to exploit India-Bangladesh tensions and draw Dhaka closer.
• Resumption of direct Dhaka-Karachi flights in January raises major security alarms for India, fearing infiltration of radical elements.
• Pakistan's claims of increased trade are viewed as a facade to reduce India's economic influence in Bangladesh.
• Yunus's welcoming stance towards Pakistan, seemingly overlooking the 1971 genocide, is seen as opportunistic and provocative towards India.

Why It Matters: Pakistan's outreach to Yunus government signals a strategic move to encircle India and fuel regional instability.