The leader of Bangladesh’s opposition and Jamaat-e-Islami chief expressed deep sorrow over a deadly fire at the Huiteng shoe factory in Jinjiang city, Fujian province, China. The incident occurred on July 9, 2026, killing at least 28 workers and injuring or trapping many others. In a condolence message issued on Thursday, he described the tragedy as extremely painful and extended sympathy to the bereaved families.

He noted that the victims were working people who supported their families and that their sudden deaths had left their relatives in severe distress. The Jamaat chief prayed for proper respect for the deceased and for the full recovery of those injured or burned in the fire. He also expressed hope that the Chinese authorities would rescue those still trapped inside the factory and take effective measures for their rehabilitation.

He further wished that the Chinese government and people would soon overcome the extensive losses caused by the disaster.