China is set to ramp up investments in Bangladesh's key sectors, including textiles, clean energy, electric vehicles, and digital technology, said Chinese Ambassador to Bangladesh Yao Wen, reports BSS.
The envoy made the remarks while speaking at a seminar, organised by the Centre for Alternatives, in the capital on Tuesday.
He reaffirmed Beijing's commitment to expanding trade cooperation and deepening economic ties between the two nations.
Mr Yao Wen highlighted China's plan to grant Bangladesh zero-tariff treatment on all taxable items before its transition from the least developed country (LDC) status.
"We are ready to encourage more Chinese companies to invest in Bangladesh and further strengthen economic collaboration," he said.
Since the formation of Bangladesh's interim government, 14 Chinese firms have already invested a total of $230 million in the country, he noted.
The event was attended by international relations experts professor Dr Imtiaz Ahmed, former Rector of Bangladesh Foreign Service Academy Mashfee Binte Shams, Dhaka University Professors Dr. Rashed Al Mahmud Titumir, North South University Professor Dr Amena Mohsin and independent researcher Syed Shahnawaz Mohsin.
Ambassador Yao urged both the nations to work together to highlight the evolving China-Bangladesh partnership.
"Let's tell a vibrant and passionate story of China-Bangladesh friendship and ensure our strategic partnership yields more tangible outcomes," he said.
The ambassador noted that China's relationship with Bangladesh remains people-centric, with a strong focus on healthcare and education.
Marking 50 years of diplomatic relations, he highlighted fresh initiatives, including sending the first group of Bangladeshi patients and doctors to China for medical services.
"Bangladeshi people are showing a growing interest in visiting, studying, and doing business in China," Yao said.
The envoy said 58 direct flights per week have been operating between the two countries and China introduced streamlined visa procedures to facilitate travel of Bangladeshi nationals.
