Bangladesh and China have entered what both sides described as a “new era” in bilateral relations, with Prime Minister Tarique Rahman’s four-day visit laying the groundwork for a long-term strategic partnership.

House unanimously recognises success of June 21-26 visits, with members highlighting gains in diplomacy, trade and political culture

Four-day China visit expands cooperation beyond economy to diplomacy, connectivity, investment and strategic engagement

Maiden overseas trip features talks with Anwar Ibrahim and Xi Jinping, investment meetings and 17 MoUs

Tarique Rahman departs Beijing following high-level talks on trade, investment, infrastructure and connectivity

Move comes for greater regional connectivity; Chinese Ministry of Foreign Affairs issues statement 

Dhaka is seeking to deepen ties with China, one of ​its largest trading partners and development financiers

The prime minister arrived in Beijing yesterday, where he was accorded the highest state honours, including a ceremonial red-carpet reception

China has pledged its full support for the management of the Teesta and other rivers in Bangladesh as the two countries signed at least 13 memorandums of understanding (MoUs) yesterday covering political, economic, and strategic cooperation.

Tarique announces investment office in China, pledges support for investors at Beijing forum

Prime minister meets senior Communist Party leader in Beijing, discusses bilateral cooperation and investment

The prime minister, Tarique Rahman's, visit to China prioritises urgent domestic economic needs and infrastructure investment over broader geopolitical strategies.

Tarique will leave for Malaysia tomorrow and for China on Monday afternoon

After nearly two years of slowdown following the 2024 political changeover, Bangladesh is looking for a fresh boost in Chinese investment and infrastructure financing as Prime Minister Tarique Rahman prepares for his first official visit to China from June 23–26.