Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus laid emphasis on working together with China to give jute a right place in Bangladesh’s economic programmes, reports UNB.
“This country is a unique country that produces enormous quantities of natural fibre. Together, we can make a wonderful start of jute to give it a right place in our economic programme,” he said, thanking Chinese Commerce Minister Wang Wentao who mentioned the potential of jute and jute products.
“When you mention that you are excited about jute and see jute products, this means a lot for the nation,” Yunus said.
Speaking at the ‘China-Bangladesh Conference on Investment and Trade’, the Chief Adviser said this is a historic moment for the Bangladesh-China enduring friendship.
The Chinese Minister of Commerce Wang Wentao arrived in Dhaka on Saturday to discuss trade and investment opportunities with Bangladesh and elevate the ‘Comprehensive Strategic Cooperative Partnership’ between the two countries to a new height; he joined the conference as a special guest.
Commerce Adviser Sk Bashir Uddin hosted a dinner in honour of the visiting Chinese Commerce Minister on Saturday in addition to holding their bilateral meeting.
“It will serve as a platform for business communities of both countries to explore more cooperation opportunities, foster more fruitful outcomes in China-Bangladesh economic and trade cooperation,” said Chinese Ambassador to Bangladesh Yao Wen.
Wang led a delegation consisting of over 100 Chinese companies to visit Bangladesh.
Bangladesh Economic Zones Authority (BEZA) and Bangladesh Investment Development Authority (BIDA) jointly organised the event.