The zero line is the buffer zone between Myanmar and Bangladesh. Under international law, no country can build structures 150 yards from the zero line to the border, he said, pointing out that exceptions can, however, be made upon the agreement between the countries. The Myanmar Ambassador has been a frequent visitor to the Foreign Ministry over number transgressions made by Naypyidaw in the past. The envoy on December 5, 2018 was called to the Foreign Ministry who lodged a strong protest for the derogatory remarks made by one Myanmar ministers about the Muslims living in their country. Earlier, he was also summoned on November 7 for the strong objections made in regards to the Myanmar border police shooting into Bangladesh.

Source: Dhaka Tribune January 15, 2019 17:26 UTC