Regarding the Ganges treaty, the state minister said that, with the treaty's term ending this year, the prime minister has formed a high-level committee to determine what to do. It includes the water resources minister, finance adviser and representatives of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Noting that discussions with India are ongoing formally and at various levels, she said the government will proceed in negotiations with India giving the highest priority to Bangladesh's just demands and people's water needs, and will take the most suitable decision.
On the other hand, regarding the death sentences of two Bangladeshis in Saudi Arabia, Shama Obaid said the Bangladesh mission there is in constant contact with the relevant authorities. Work is underway on the matter and the government hopes to receive the necessary information from the Saudi government soon.