Outgoing High Commissioner of Bangladesh to India, M. Riaz Hamidullah, paid a farewell courtesy call on India’s External Affairs Minister, Dr. S. Jaishankar, in New Delhi on Sunday (October 4, 2026). During the cordial meeting, both sides emphasized maintaining the momentum of bilateral relations and sustaining continuous diplomatic engagement between the two neighboring nations.
A career diplomat, M. Riaz Hamidullah is completing his designated tenure in India. His initiatives to deepen Dhaka–New Delhi strategic and geographic ties during his incumbency received high praise during the interaction.
Following the meeting, External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar acknowledged the envoy’s contributions via a post on social media platform X (formerly Twitter):
Farewell Wishes & Gratitude: “Delighted to receive outgoing High Commissioner of Bangladesh, Riaz Hamidullah, for a farewell call in New Delhi. Appreciate his valuable contributions to strengthening bilateral relations and wish him all success for his future endeavors.”
Continuity of Relations: Both sides stressed that in the context of South Asia’s evolving geopolitical and economic dynamics, preserving the India–Bangladesh partnership remains crucial for regional peace, stability, and economic growth.
Analysts’ Perspective: International relations analysts noted that such top-level diplomatic exchanges play an essential role in reinforcing geographical and economic ties amid contemporary South Asian geopolitical realities.
