Which ministry is the primary body responsible for articulating the official position of the Government of India on matters concerning international relations and foreign policy?

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5 August 2026

MEA on Sheikh Hasina's upcoming event

The event highlights the complexities of India-Bangladesh bilateral relations and the diplomatic challenges of managing political sensitivities involving neighboring leaders, serving as useful context for questions on India's neighborhood policy.

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The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has officially clarified that the Indian government has no involvement in the upcoming press conference by the former Prime Minister of Bangladesh at the Foreign Correspondents Club (FCC).
The MEA stated that the event is being organised by a private media entity and the government does not endorse any views expressed at the forum.
The Bangladesh government has formally communicated concerns to the Indian High Commissioner in Dhaka regarding the potential impact of political activities conducted by the former leader on Indian soil on bilateral relations.

Part of a longer story

This is day 3 of 7 in Legal and political status of Sheikh Hasina, which has been running since 29 June 2026. Reading it whole is usually worth more than reading today alone — the exam asks how something developed.

Questions

Examine the principles of India's 'Neighbourhood First' policy in the context of managing complex diplomatic relations and maintaining neutrality during internal political transitions in neighbouring states. 150 words

Attempt this — 150 words in 8 min

0 / 150 words 8:00

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Which ministry is the primary body responsible for articulating the official position of the Government of India on matters concerning international relations and foreign policy?

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Not involved in Hasina’s upcoming event: MEA

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