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The joint statement emphasises that Bangladesh-China relations have remained “strong and stable” over the past five decades
Published : 28 Mar 2025, 09:11 PM
Bangladesh and China have “agreed” to strengthen cooperation in a range of areas, including hydropower, flood control, river dredging, and climate change mitigation.
The discussions, held during a visit by Chief Advisor Muhammad Yunus to China, also touched on the implementation of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) regarding the exchange of information on the Yarlung Zangbo-Jamuna River Hydropower initiative.
According to a joint media statement released on Friday, Bangladesh has welcomed the involvement of Chinese companies in the Teesta River Comprehensive Management and Restoration Project.
Both sides agreed to explore further collaboration in tackling climate change and developing the blue economy, a concept that emphasises the sustainable use of marine resources for economic growth.
The statement also indicated plans to enhance exchanges on maritime issues, with a commitment to convene a new dialogue on maritime cooperation “at an appropriate time”.
Yunus, who is currently on a four-day visit to China, attended the Boao Forum for Asia annual conference in Hainan province on Mar 26 and 27.
On Friday, he met with Chinese President Xi Jinping in Beijing, while a day earlier, he held discussions with China’s deputy prime minister on the sidelines of the forum.
Chinese Vice President Han Zheng also met with Yunus during the visit.
The joint statement reaffirmed the two nations’ commitment to further consolidating and deepening their strategic partnership.
It emphasised that despite evolving geopolitical dynamics, Bangladesh-China relations have remained “strong and stable” over the past five decades of diplomatic ties.
Both countries underscored their adherence to the Five Principles of Peaceful Coexistence, which include mutual respect for sovereignty and territorial integrity, mutual non-aggression, non- interference in each other's internal affairs, equality and mutual benefit, and peaceful coexistence.
Beijing reiterated its commitment to respecting Bangladesh’s independence and sovereignty.
China also reaffirmed its policy of non-interference in Bangladesh’s internal affairs and pledged continued assistance to the interim government in ensuring national stability and economic progress.
On the humanitarian front, China committed to providing “maximum cooperation” in the repatriation process of Rohingya refugees.
Expressing gratitude for the warm reception extended to him and his delegation, Yunus invited China’s leadership to visit Bangladesh at a mutually convenient time.
