Indian defence experts are advising the Indian government to not become too comfortable in improving relations with Bangladesh, and instead work towards a strategic partnership. A recent report released by the Institute of Defence Studies and Analyses in New Delhi stressed the importance of faster implementation of issues outlined in a 2010 joint communiqué, such as security, trade deficit, and border issues. The report also highlighted the need to maintain the positive momentum in bilateral relations following Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina's visit, and urged for overcoming mutual suspicions to further strengthen ties between India and Bangladesh. The scholars at IDSA emphasized the urgency of resolving longstanding issues such as border demarcation, enclaves, adverse possessions, and river water sharing to improve relations between the two countries. They suggested that the two parties should consider exploring new areas of collaboration in climate change, environment, agricultural research, water management, remote sensing, IT and communications technologies, marine technologies, medicine and health, and more. They proposed that connections between relevant institutions should be established, with a focus on joint research and capacity building. The report also recommended that both countries should work together to address pandemics and water contaminated with arsenic. Regarding the water-sharing issue, the panel advised the government that minor differences should not hinder reaching an agreement on sharing the water of Teesta and four other rivers, as Bangladesh is seeking an agreement on river water sharing. A final draft of the Teesta deal has been completed. The report commends Bangladesh for addressing India's security concerns and mentions that India has been sensitive to Bangladeshi concerns, offering comprehensive assistance and cooperation. The Institute for Defence Studies and Analyses (IDSA) praises the security cooperation with Bangladesh but suggests that it should be institutionalized to ensure continuity beyond specific regimes. The report also stresses the importance of issues such as information sharing and joint patrolling along the border. The possibility of adopting the US-Mexico model for managing the border is being considered. The IDSA suggested that India should take a leading role in the South Asia Task Force on terrorism proposed by Bangladesh, and that a counter-terrorism center could be established in Dhaka with funding from India. The group also recommended increased military cooperation between the two countries, including search and rescue operations, joint patrolling of piracy-prone areas in the Bay of Bengal, capacity building, and joint exercises, noting that such collaboration would help build mutual confidence. The text proposed the establishment of a dialogue mechanism that includes governments and non-governmental organizations involved in de-radicalization efforts. It emphasized that fundamentalism and extremism pose a mutual threat, and both sides should collaborate closely to address this challenge. In terms of trade, the report highlighted the importance of transit and stated that connectivity should be a key focus, with both countries working together to put it into operation promptly. A public campaign can be initiated to explain the benefits of connectivity for people on both sides. Regional countries such as Nepal, Bhutan, Myanmar, and Thailand stand to gain from trade and transit connectivity between the two neighboring countries. The report recommends addressing trade issues and improving economic ties, with a focus on Bangladesh attracting Indian investment. India could help Bangladesh upgrade its power infrastructure, and should also encourage Bangladesh to address the issue of illegal migration. Both parties should work together to establish a conducive environment for addressing this issue in a friendly manner. "Alternative approaches such as utilizing work permits could be explored."