New Delhi, Sept. 22 -- India has formally approved the appointment of Bangladesh Foreign Secretary Asad Alam Siam as the country's next high commissioner to New Delhi, according to a report by Hindustan Times.

The appointment comes as India and Bangladesh look to reset ties after a prolonged period of political strain.

The formal agreement for Siam's appointment was handed over to Bangladesh's foreign ministry on Tuesday, completing the process for his posting, the report said.

The appointment is significant because Dhaka is sending one of its most senior diplomats to New Delhi at a time when both sides are trying to rebuild trust.

Siam has held several senior diplomatic positions during his career, including Bangladesh's ambassador t...