Goa, Oct. 14 -- Former Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has criticised incumbent Prime Minister Tarique Rahman for skipping the BRICS Summit in India, describing the decision as "immature" and harmful to Bangladesh's national interests.

In an exclusive interview with PTI, Hasina argued that Bangladesh's absence from the high-profile international gathering represented a missed opportunity to strengthen its diplomatic engagement and explore avenues for economic and social development. She cautioned that foreign policy decisions influenced by personal reactions or short-term political calculations could prove counterproductive for the country.

Questioning Rahman's decision not to attend the summit, Hasina maintained that participat...