Dhaka:BNP acting Secretary General Ruhul Kabir Rizvi emphasized the potential for enhanced bilateral relations between Bangladesh and China during a seminar held in Dhaka. Rizvi highlighted the opportunities to build a community with a shared future as the two nations advance their partnership in the new era.
According to United News of Bangladesh, Rizvi spoke at the event titled 'Where History Illuminates the Future China-Bangladesh Political Parties Plus Roundtable and Inauguration Ceremony of Bangladesh-China Research Centre for Party and State Governance Studies,' hosted by the Chinese Embassy in Dhaka. The seminar was attended by a delegation led by Liu Haixing, Minister of the International Department of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee.
Rizvi welcomed the Chinese delegation, noting the visit as a reflection of the long-standing friendship and mutual trust between the countries and their political parties. He outlined the relationship built on friendship, mutual respect, and a shared commitment to peace and development, reiterating the government's dedication to an independent, balanced foreign policy.
Highlighting Prime Minister Tarique Rahman's official visit to China in 2026, Rizvi appreciated the hospitality of the Chinese leadership. He noted meetings with Chinese President Xi Jinping and other top officials, which reinforced commitments to cooperation in various sectors, including trade, investment, and infrastructure.
Rizvi expressed optimism that the visit's outcomes would invigorate bilateral ties and create new cooperation opportunities. He acknowledged China's role as a significant partner in Bangladesh's investment, development, and infrastructure, noting that bilateral trade reached $12.8 billion in the first half of 2026.
He also emphasized Bangladesh's commitment to the One-China principle and identified opportunities for Chinese investment in various sectors. Rizvi concluded by welcoming the proposed Chinese Economic and Industrial Zone, expected to attract substantial investment and job creation, and expressed confidence that Liu's visit would fortify the historic friendship between the BNP and the CPC.