Long live Bangladesh-China ties: PM Hasina

Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has hailed the friendship with China and hoped that it will be long lasting acquaintance in the path towards golden Bengal.

Speaking before the press after a meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping at her office, PM Hasina highlighted the Chinese Excellency's visit as "much expected".

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The meeting, held at Prime Minister's Office, was followed by the signing of 26 Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) and instruments and the unveiling of plaques of six projects.

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"I had a fruitful discussion with his Excellency Xi on bilateral, regional and international issues that are of common interest to both our countries," premier Hasina told the press.

Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina speaking at a joint press briefing at Prime Minister's Office in presence of visiting Chinese President Xi Jinping on October 14, 2016. Photo: BSS

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"Through signing the agreements, we reached a consensus to work together in trade and investment and other key areas such as infrastructure, agriculture, energy and power, ICT and transportation," she said.

Prime Minister Hasina hoped that the strategic partnership with China will be aimed towards socioeconomic achievement for the people of Bangladesh and China.