Source: TBS NEWS

Bangladeshi Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina is set to visit China from July 8 to 11, 2024. The visit aims to strengthen bilateral ties and explore cooperation in various sectors. Key agenda items include:

1. Economic Collaboration and Infrastructure Development: The visit will focus on expanding economic ties, particularly in solar power generation, heavy industries, and the apparel sector. Bangladesh and China will likely discuss ongoing and new infrastructure projects, such as transportation and energy initiatives, with China already significantly involved in Bangladesh’s infrastructure through projects like the Padma Bridge and Bangabandhu Tunnel​ (PRC Foreign Affairs)​​ (The Business Standard)​.
2. Technological and Educational Cooperation: Discussions are expected to include enhancing collaboration between educational institutions, especially in fields like Artificial Intelligence (AI). China, a global leader in AI, could provide opportunities for skill development and knowledge exchange in Bangladesh​ (BLiTZ)​.
3. Cultural and Tourism Exchanges: The visit might explore ways to boost tourism and cultural exchanges, leveraging Bangladesh’s scenic beauty to attract Chinese tourists and developing tourism infrastructure with Chinese collaboration​ (BLiTZ)​.
4. Strategic and Diplomatic Relations: Strengthening the strategic cooperative partnership between the two nations is a priority. Topics like cooperation on global platforms, regional stability, and mutual development goals will be discussed. Both nations share a commitment to national sovereignty and independence​ (The Daily Star)​​ (BLiTZ)​.

This visit is significant for advancing Bangladesh’s development and fostering deeper cooperation with China across multiple sectors​ (The Business Standard)​​ (The Daily Star)​​ (BLiTZ)​.