Bangladesh’s opposition leader and Jamaat-e-Islami chief Dr. Shafiqur Rahman praised China for maintaining a policy of non-interference in Bangladesh’s internal affairs and for its continued friendship. He made the remarks on Tuesday at a food distribution event held at Adarsha School field in Mirpur, Dhaka, organized with Chinese assistance. Chinese Ambassador Yao Wen attended as special guest, and over a thousand low-income residents of Dhaka-15 constituency received food packs.

Dr. Rahman thanked the Chinese envoy for supporting underprivileged communities and highlighted China’s long-standing partnership with Bangladesh, noting major development projects such as the China-funded Bangabandhu International Conference Center, hospital construction, and a new dormitory at Dhaka University. He also expressed hope for progress on the Teesta project and reaffirmed Bangladesh’s independent foreign policy.

Ambassador Yao Wen extended Eid greetings and said the initiative aimed to share joy with Mirpur residents. He congratulated Dr. Rahman on his election as a member of parliament and opposition leader, emphasizing China’s ongoing humanitarian cooperation with Bangladesh.