Bangladesh and China Agree to Enhance Cooperation on Teesta River and Trade Relations
During Bangladesh Prime Minister Tarique Rahman's visit to Beijing, Bangladesh and China agreed to strengthen cooperation on managing the Teesta and other rivers, focusing on flood control, river excavation, and water resource management. Rahman sought Chinese technical support for the Teesta project and broader water initiatives. The two countries signed 13 MoUs covering trade, investment, and development cooperation. Chinese President Xi Jinping expressed support for Bangladesh's new government and readiness to expand Belt and Road cooperation, including in emerging sectors like green development and digital economy. The developments occur amid ongoing regional sensitivities over the Teesta river involving India.