Dhaka, Nov. 2 -- Highlighting the importance of sustained engagement with its neighbour, State Minister for Foreign Affairs Shama Obaed Islam on Monday said the government has formed a high-level committee to negotiate a renewed Ganges Water Sharing Treaty with India to safeguard Bangladesh's legitimate rights.

Talking to reporters at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, she said Bangladesh would have to continue discussions with India to pursue its legitimate demands and rights, noting that securing what the country reasonably deserves requires sustained engagement.

"If I want to secure what I am legitimately entitled to, I have to fight for it. And if I have to fight for it, I have to talk to them. It's as simple as that. We hope India wi...