During Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina’s official visit to China, which begins on Monday, Bangladesh and China are expected to sign around 20 Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) and announce several development projects. This information was disclosed by Foreign Minister Hasan Mahmud at a media briefing on Sunday.
“Bangladesh will seek China’s assistance in investment, trade, financial support, and the repatriation of Rohingyas. Simultaneously, Bangladesh will continue to support China as a friend on the global stage,” stated Mahmud, expressing optimism about the visit’s success.
Chinese Ambassador to Bangladesh Yao Wen confirmed that multiple cooperation documents and MoUs would be signed in various fields, including infrastructure, free trade agreements, agricultural exports, development in southern Bangladesh, digital economy, disaster prevention, poverty alleviation, clean energy, healthcare, education, and cultural exchanges.
At the invitation of Chinese Premier Li Qiang, Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina’s visit aims to “outline a new blueprint for practical cooperation” and coordinate the two countries’ positions on regional and international issues. Ambassador Yao described the visit as a milestone in bilateral relations, expected to bring significant benefits to both nations.
This visit marks Prime Minister Hasina’s first trip to China since her new term began and comes five years after her last visit. During her stay, she will meet with President Xi Jinping and attend a welcoming ceremony hosted by Premier Li Qiang. The two leaders will hold discussions and attend a signing ceremony for various cooperation documents.
Chinese Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Mao Ning highlighted the visit’s importance, noting that leaders from both countries would engage in-depth on deepening traditional friendship, expanding mutually beneficial cooperation, and addressing regional and international issues of mutual interest. Prime Minister Hasina will also participate in the Summit on Trade, Business, and Investment Opportunities between China and Bangladesh.
Reflecting on the 49 years of diplomatic relations, the Spokesperson praised the countries’ mutual respect, equality, and cooperation, setting an example of friendship between developing nations. With strategic guidance from their leaders, Bangladesh and China have fostered a deep strategic cooperative partnership.
“China is ready to work with Bangladesh to carry forward the spirit of the Five Principles of Peaceful Coexistence, deepen political mutual trust, align development strategies, and advance high-quality Belt and Road cooperation,” said the Spokesperson, emphasizing a commitment to elevating bilateral relations to a new level.
The visit is seen as an opportunity to strengthen political mutual trust, consolidate traditional friendship, and synergize development strategies, furthering the realization of China’s National Rejuvenation and Bangladesh’s “Vision 2041.”
