Bangladesh High Commissioner and his Deputy visit Kochi Biennale

Mr Riaz Hamidullah, High Commissioner of Bangladesh to India, visited the Kochi-Muziris Biennale at Aspinwall House, saying the art event provides a platform that allows artists to express themselves freely and where art works are ‘raw and authentic’.

Event Context
- The Kochi-Muziris Biennale (KMB 2025) is South Asia’s largest contemporary art festival, held in Kochi, Kerala.
- It serves as a global platform for artists, curators, and cultural leaders to showcase and exchange ideas.

Diplomatic Visit
- The Bangladesh High Commissioner to India and his Deputy High Commissioner visited the Biennale on 12 January 2026.
- Their presence highlights Bangladesh’s commitment to regional cultural diplomacy and strengthening ties with India through art and heritage.

Significance
- Reinforces South Asian cultural collaboration, with Bangladesh actively engaging in India’s premier art event.
- Opens avenues for Bangladeshi artists to gain visibility and for cross-border artistic exchanges.
- Symbolizes how art festivals can act as soft power bridges between nations.

Biennale Highlights
- Features installations, performances, and exhibitions from artists across the globe.
- Focus on themes of identity, migration, environment, and heritage.
- Acts as a cultural hub attracting thousands of visitors, including diplomats, scholars, and tourists.

✨ This visit underscores how art diplomacy is becoming a vital part of international relations, especially in South Asia where shared heritage and creativity bind nations together.