Yunus’ China visit paved way for stronger ties: Govt
During the visit, the two sides signed the agreement on "Economic and Technical Cooperation" between the two governments and other cooperation documents on translation and publication of classics, exchanges and cooperation on cultural heritage, news exchange and media, sports, and health sector
Chief Adviser Prof Muhammad Yunus' just-concluded visit to China, marked by a high honour from President Xi Jinping, would foster mutual benefits through joint efforts on key issues, the interim government said today (30 March).
High Representative to Chief Adviser Khalilur Rahman and Bangladesh Investment Development Authority (Bida) Executive Chairman Chowdhury Ashik briefed reporters at the Foreign Service Academy. Chief Adviser's Press Secretary Shafiqul Alam was also present on the occasion.
"We feel very inspired," Khalilur Rahman said, describing the level of honour that CA Yunus and his delegation members received from the Chinese delegation.
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The Bangladeshi side welcomed Chinese companies to participate in the Teesta River Comprehensive Management and Restoration Project (TRCMRP).
"They (Chinese side) have also shown a positive approach," Khalilur Rahman said.
Bangladesh appreciated China's constructive role in promoting peace talks on Myanmar and in promoting the resolution of the issue concerning the forcibly displaced people from the Rakhine State of Myanmar who have taken shelter in Bangladesh.
China commended Bangladesh for providing humanitarian assistance for the displaced people from Rakhine State and supported Bangladesh and Myanmar in finding among others a mutually acceptable solution through friendly consultations.
"The Chinese government assured us that they would try their best and would continue to provide support for repatriation to the best of its capabilities," said the CA's high representative.
Regarding investment, Bida Executive Chairman Chowdhury Ashik said they are taking forward the bilateral relationship in a manner that both sides benefit mutually.
He said they met more than 100 companies and their top executives.
"I made a presentation explaining why Bangladesh is a destination for Investment. Bangladesh is open for doing business," said the BIDA Executive Chairman who also shared with the Chinese businesses about recent reforms for improving the investment climate in Bangladesh.
During the visit, the two sides signed the agreement on "Economic and Technical Cooperation" between the two governments and other cooperation documents on translation and publication of classics, exchanges and cooperation on cultural heritage, news exchange and media, sports, and health sector.
Chief Adviser Yunus expressed his sincere appreciation to President Xi Jinping and the Chinese people for the warm hospitality extended to him and the Bangladeshi delegation and invited the Chinese leadership to visit Bangladesh at a mutually convenient time.
The two sides agreed that since the establishment of the diplomatic relationship between China and Bangladesh 50 years ago, relations between the two countries have maintained healthy and stable development regardless of changes in the international and regional landscape.
The two sides agreed to hold fast to the Five Principles of Peaceful Coexistence, carry forward their traditional friendship, deepen political mutual trust and synergy between development strategies, keep moving forward in the China-Bangladesh Comprehensive Strategic Cooperative Partnership, and deliver greater benefits to the two countries and their peoples.
The two sides reaffirmed their mutual support on issues involving each other's core interests and major concerns. China consistently adheres to the principle of non-interference in the internal affairs of other countries, respects Bangladesh's independence, sovereignty and territorial integrity, supports Bangladesh in safeguarding its national independence, respects the development path independently chosen by the people of Bangladesh, and supports Bangladesh in exploring a development path suited to its own national conditions.
China has always followed a policy of good neighborliness and friendship toward the people of Bangladesh, and supports the Interim Government of Bangladesh in effectively exercising governance, preserving unity and stability in Bangladesh, and leading Bangladesh onto a path of development and prosperity, according to the joint media statement.
At the invitation of the Secretary-General of the Boao Forum for Asia, CA Yunus attended the Boao Forum for Asia Annual Conference 2025 in Hainan, China from March 26 to 27 and then at the invitation of the government of the People's Republic of China, he visited Beijing from March 27 to 29.
President Xi met with CA Yunus in Beijing on March 28.
