Chinese President Xi Jinping has pledged to deepen cooperation with Bangladesh, as the two nations seek to strengthen their economic and strategic ties.
The pledge came during a meeting between Xi and Bangladeshi President Muhammad Yunus in Beijing. The meeting
marks a significant shift in Bangladesh’s foreign policy, as the country seeks to reduce its dependence on India and
diversify its economic ties.
Bangladesh and India have been experiencing strained relations since the ouster of former Prime Minister Sheikh
Hasina last August. Xi told Yunus that China is willing to work with Bangladesh to push bilateral cooperation to a new level.
He emphasized the importance of mutual trust and support between the two nations, and pledged to support
Bangladesh’s economic development and infrastructure growth.
The meeting between Xi and Yunus was seen as a strategic move by Bangladesh to counterbalance India’s influence
in the region. Bangladesh is seeking to establish itself as a key player in regional politics and economics, and China is
likely to play an increasingly important role in the region.
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China has been increasing its economic influence in Bangladesh, with several major infrastructure projects underway.
The two countries are also exploring cooperation in areas such as water conservancy, digital technology, and
environmental protection.
Yunus’s visit to China is seen as a significant development in China-Bangladesh relations. The two countries are
expected to sign several agreements on economic and technical assistance, cultural and sports cooperation, and media collaboration.
The strengthening of ties between China and Bangladesh is likely to have significant implications for regional politics
and economics. As Bangladesh seeks to assert its independence and reduce its dependence on India, China is likely
to play an increasingly important role in the region.
The meeting between Xi and Yunus also touched on the issue of Rohingya refugees. China has acted as a mediator
between Bangladesh and Myanmar in the past to broker the repatriation of the persecuted minority.
