Bangladesh has requested China's involvement and cooperation in the Teesta River Comprehensive Management and Restoration Project. The issue was discussed as a priority during a foreign minister-level meeting between the two countries in Beijing. The joint statement released after the meeting also emphasized strengthening cooperation under the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) and on Rohingya repatriation.
Bangladesh’s Foreign Minister Dr. Khalilur Rahman visited Beijing from May 5 to 7 at the invitation of Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi. During the talks, both sides discussed bilateral relations, regional cooperation, and global issues. Bangladesh expressed gratitude for China’s longstanding support and reiterated its request for Chinese participation in the Teesta project, which has been under discussion for years. Diplomatic circles view China’s potential involvement as significant for Bangladesh’s water management and regional development, though India has expressed reservations.
The joint statement further noted both countries’ commitment to enhancing political trust, aligning development strategies, and advancing their strategic cooperative partnership. They also voiced concern over the Middle East situation, calling for an immediate ceasefire and supporting diplomatic efforts for peace.
আমার দেশ অনলাইন প্রকাশ : ০৭ মে ২০২৬, ০৮: ৪৭ তিস্তা নদী সমন্বিত ব্যবস্থাপনা ও পুনরুদ্ধার প্রকল্পে চীনের সম্পৃক্ততা ও সহযোগিতা চেয়েছে বাংলাদেশ। বেইজিংয়ে দুই দেশের পররাষ্ট্রমন্ত্রী পর্যায়ের বৈঠকে এ বিষয়ে অগ্রাধিকার ভিত্তিতে আলোচনা হয়। একইসঙ্গে বেল্ট অ্য
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