Washington, Sep 05 (V7N)— The White House has confirmed that during a recent phone conversation between US President Joe Biden and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the security of the people of Bangladesh and the future of the country’s democratic institutions were key points of discussion. The call, which took place on August 26, has now drawn attention due to statements from both the US and Indian sides.

According to a report by CNBC TV18, citing White House National Security Council spokesman John Kirby, President Biden expressed his ongoing concerns about the situation in Bangladesh. The focus was on the safety of the people and the stability of democratic governance amid recent political upheaval.

“Both leaders expressed their concern over recent developments in Bangladesh,” Kirby told reporters on Wednesday. He further stated that the US President highlighted the need to protect the security of Bangladesh's citizens and safeguard its democratic structures.

While the White House's initial official statement following the call did not mention Bangladesh, the Indian Prime Minister’s Office confirmed that the situation in the country was discussed. Prime Minister Modi posted on his X (formerly Twitter) handle, saying, "We also discussed the situation in Bangladesh and stressed the need for the speedy restoration of normalcy in the country."

In addition, Modi's office emphasized that the discussion included concerns about the safety of minorities in Bangladesh, particularly Hindus. Both leaders reportedly underscored the importance of restoring law and order to protect all citizens, including minority communities.

This phone call comes against the backdrop of significant political changes in Bangladesh, with ongoing unrest following the resignation of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina in August. Biden and Modi’s concern about the country's future reflects broader international anxiety regarding the potential impact of this instability on Bangladesh’s democratic institutions and social harmony.