Dhaka, Oct. 21 -- Bangladesh has sought an explanation from Saudi Arabia over the execution of two Bangladeshi nationals, with State Minister for Foreign Affairs Humaiun Kobir describing the incident as "very disappointing" and suggesting there may have been gaps in communication between the two countries.
Speaking to reporters at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Kobir said Dhaka viewed Riyadh as a "friendly" partner and hoped bilateral relations would continue to strengthen under Prime Minister Tarique Rahman's government. However, he acknowledged that there appeared to have been a lapse in the process.
Bangladesh is awaiting a response from Saudi authorities over the executions, which Dhaka says took place without the established practi...