The government is verifying reports that former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has applied for a passport and National Identity Card (NID) in New Delhi, Home Minister Salahuddin Ahmed said Monday. The Foreign and Law ministries are examining the authenticity and legal basis of the applications. The minister said authorities would review relevant laws before making an official statement. He also confirmed that Bangladesh had formally requested Hasina’s return through diplomatic channels under the existing extradition treaty.
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76 words · 25 secState Minister Says Hasina Must Return to Bangladesh Under Extradition Treaty, Not Passport Process
State Minister for Foreign Affairs Humaiun Kobir said Bangladesh wants former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina returned from India under the existing extradition treaty, stressing that the country does not issue passports t…
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