China reaffirms commitment to Bangladesh as trusted partner

DHAKA, Sept 14, 2026: Chinese Ambassador to Bangladesh Yao Wen has reaffirmed China’s commitment to Bangladesh as a “trusted partner and friend” as the two countries discussed ways to deepen bilateral cooperation in trade, infrastructure, energy, education and human-resource development.

The Chinese envoy made the remarks during a courtesy call on State Minister for Foreign Affairs Shama Obaed Islam at her office on Monday.

During the meeting, the state minister recalled the successful visit of the prime minister to China and expressed appreciation for Beijing’s continued support for Bangladesh’s development, particularly in infrastructure, human development and capacity building.

Ambassador Yao highlighted the significant progress made in Bangladesh-China relations in recent years and reiterated China’s commitment to further strengthening bilateral ties.

The two sides exchanged views on a wide range of issues of mutual interest, including the proposed Bangladesh-China-Myanmar Economic Corridor, the Chinese Economic Zone and the development of Mongla Port.

They also discussed the proposed 1,000-bed hospital in Rangpur, education and human-resource development, people-to-people exchanges, energy cooperation, including renewable energy, and women’s empowerment.

During the meeting, Ambassador Yao invited State Minister Shama Obaed to visit China at a mutually convenient time, leading a delegation of Bangladeshi women entrepreneurs.

The state minister welcomed the invitation and expressed appreciation for the initiative, according to the information released after the meeting.