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India, Bangladesh Boost Media Ties with Delegation Exchanges & Training

India and Bangladesh have agreed to enhance the exchange of media delegations to strengthen people-to-people relations. Indian High Commissioner Pranay Verma proposed capacity-building initiatives for journalists, including a special training course for women journalists from Bangladesh. The discussions also covered cooperation in films, including joint festivals and technological support. This follows recent high-level meetings on energy cooperation, underscoring the broadening bilateral engagement.

Key Points: India-Bangladesh Agree to Enhance Media Delegation Visits

  • Media delegation exchanges boosted
  • ITEC training for journalists proposed
  • Special course for women journalists planned
  • Film festival cooperation discussed
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India, Bangladesh agree to enhance exchange visits of media delegation

India and Bangladesh agree to increase media delegation exchanges, propose journalist training, and explore film cooperation to strengthen bilateral ties.

"agreed to enhance exchange visits of media delegations... to strengthen people-to-people relations - Indian High Commission Statement"

Dhaka, April 13

India and Bangladesh on Monday has agreed to enhance exchange visits of media delegatiosn. Indian High Commisioner Pranay Verma paid a courtesy call on Minister of Information and Broadcasting of Bangladesh Zahir Uddin Swapon on Monday.

They discussed wide-ranging cooperation in information and broadcasting domain, including engagements between media and broadcasting institutions of the two countries. They agreed to enhance exchange visits of media delegations between the two countries to strengthen people-to-people relations and promote mutual understanding. High Commissioner proposed various capacity building initiatives for journalists and media professionals under ITEC programme of Government of India. As part of these initiatives, a special training course for women journalists from Bangladesh will soon be organised in India, Indian high commission in Dhaka said in a statement.

They also exchanged views on cooperation in films, including organization of film screening and film festivals in each other's country, as well as collaboration in production and post-production technological support.

High Commissioner reiterated India's willingness to work with the Government and people of Bangladesh to strengthen people-centric cooperation in all domains based on mutual interest and mutual benefit.

India and Bangladesh are furthering ties in several sectors.

Earlier on April 8, Union Minister for Petroleum and Natural Gas Hardeep Singh Puri met Bangladesh Foreign Minister Khalilur Rahman on Wednesday to discuss enhancing energy ties between the two nations, following the visiting dignitary's high-level talks with External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar earlier in the day.

In a post on X, Puri noted the high-level participation from the Bangladeshi delegation during the meeting held in the national capital.

"Pleased to receive the Foreign Minister of Bangladesh, HE Dr. Khalilur Rahman. He was accompanied by HE Mr. M. Humayun Kabir, Advisor to Bangladesh PM on Foreign Affairs and HE M. Riaz Hamidullah, High Commissioner of Bangladesh to India," the Union Minister stated.

- ANI

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Rohit P
Stronger ties with our neighbors are always welcome. Collaboration in films and media is a great way to strengthen the cultural bond. Our shared history and culture should be highlighted more.
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Aman W
Good move. But I hope these exchanges are truly two-way and not just India offering training. Bangladeshi media has its own strengths and perspectives we can learn from. Mutual benefit is key.
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Sarah B
As someone who follows regional politics, this is a smart diplomatic move. People-to-people connections through media can create a more stable foundation for the relationship, beyond just government-level talks.
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Karthik V
Along with media, the focus on energy cooperation is crucial. Hope these visits lead to tangible outcomes that benefit common people in both countries, like stable power supply and economic growth.
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Nisha Z
Film festivals and joint productions sound exciting! Imagine the amazing stories that can come from collaboration between Indian and Bangladeshi filmmakers. Our cultures are so intertwined.

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