China welcomes interim govt

China has welcomed the just-formed interim government of Bangladesh.
"China strictly follows the principle of non-interference in other countries' internal affairs. We respect Bangladesh's independence, sovereignty and territorial integrity and the development path independently chosen by the Bangladeshi people," a spokesperson for the Chinese Foreign Ministry said on Friday.
"We stand firmly by our policy of good neighbourliness and friendship with all people of Bangladesh" he said.
"The friendship between China and Bangladesh runs long and deep," added.
He also pointed out: "China values its relations with Bangladesh, and stands ready to work with Bangladesh to promote bilateral exchanges and cooperation in various areas and further advance our comprehensive strategic cooperative partnership".

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