Chinese Ambassador to Bangladesh Yao Wen paid a courtesy call on Dhaka University (DU) Vice-Chancellor ABM Obaidul Islam on Thursday at the latter’s office.
During the meeting, they exchanged views regarding various issues of mutual interest. Both sides emphasised strengthening cooperation between Bangladesh and China in the fields of education and research on science and technology, language, and culture.
The duo also stressed the need for bolstering faculty and student exchange programmes, as well as undertaking joint research initiatives and the establishment of modern laboratories.
The discussion highlighted the expansion of Chinese language education, increasing opportunities for Bangladeshi students to pursue higher study in China, and encouraging Chinese students to study in Bangladesh.
Both parties noted that such initiatives would further enhance mutual understanding and friendly relations between the peoples of the two countries.
They also discussed the possibilities of undertaking collaborative research projects on environmental protection, renewable energy, semiconductors, and advanced technologies.
Vice-Chancellor ABM Obaidul Islam expressed his hope for further expanding collaboration between the University of Dhaka and Chinese academic and research institutions.
Ambassador Yao Wen underscored the importance of strengthening bilateral cooperation in education and research among Dhaka University and various universities in China to solidify friendly ties between the two nations.
Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Administration) Sayema Haque Bidisha, Dean of the Faculty of Science Abdus Salam, Director of the International Affairs Office Syeda Rozana Rashid, and Associate Professor of the Department of Oceanography KM Azam Chowdhury were present at the meeting, along with other officials.
