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Bangladesh seeks clarification from Saudi Arabia over execution of two nationals
Dhaka has approached Riyadh for details after learning that two Bangladeshi nationals were executed in Mecca, raising concerns about diplomatic communication gaps between the two countries.
LSN Bangladesh ·
Bangladesh has initiated formal correspondence with Saudi Arabian authorities seeking comprehensive details regarding the execution of two of its nationals in Mecca, according to officials familiar with the matter. The move comes after the Bangladeshi government discovered the executions through unofficial channels rather than through direct diplomatic notification from the Saudi side.
The absence of prior notification to Dhaka about the capital punishment has prompted officials to request a full account of the circumstances leading to the executions, including details of the charges, trial proceedings, and timing of the sentences. The incident has underscored communication gaps between the two nations despite their historically close bilateral ties.
Bangladesh maintains significant employment and diaspora communities in Saudi Arabia, with thousands of nationals working across various sectors. The government has emphasized the need for improved coordination with Riyadh to ensure timely notification of any legal proceedings involving Bangladeshi citizens and to safeguard their rights within the Saudi judicial system.
The foreign ministry has said it will continue pursuing the matter through diplomatic channels to obtain clarity and prevent similar situations in the future. Officials indicated that the response from Saudi Arabia will help inform Bangladesh's approach to consular protection for its nationals abroad.