DHAKA: Chief adviser Muhammad Yunus will meet Chinese President Xi Jinping in Beijing on March 28, underscoring the continued efforts of both nations to deepen their strategic cooperation. The meeting will also mark the 50th anniversary of Bangladesh-China diplomatic relations, and there is apossibility of signing several bilateral agreements, said a diplomatic source.
At the ministry of foreign affairs (MoFA), officials confirmed that Yunus is scheduled to depart for China on March 26 for a four-day visit. The invitation for Yunus to visit China was extended on Aug 25. Chinese envoy to Bangladesh Yao Wen said Beijing’s policy towards Dhaka remains steadfast. “China and Bangladesh are best friends and trustworthy partners. Regardless of any international or domestic changes in Bangladesh, our commitment remains unchanged.”