An Indian diplomat raised concerns during a foreign policy seminar in Dhaka over a map depicting Jammu and Kashmir as part of Pakistan.Second Secretary Puja Jha interrupted a presentation by former Bangladesh High Commissioner Ahmed Tariq Karim, emphasizing that Jammu and Kashmir is an integral part of India.The ambassador clarified the map was for "representational purposes only" but acknowledged the diplomatic objection.The incident highlights ongoing sensitivities around territorial representation.

Meanwhile, Bangladesh's State Minister Shama Obaed called for deeper regional cooperation within South Asia, proposing initiatives like senior officials meetings and SAARC reforms.The event underscored India-Bangladesh diplomatic engagement while addressing geopolitical nuances.Key themes included enhancing SAARC collaboration, strengthening implementation capacity, and fostering trust through confidence-building measures.The discussion reflected broader efforts to navigate complex regional dynamics and address historical grievances through dialogue.