China, India signal continued engagement
Diplomatic Correspondent :
China and India have extended warm congratulations to the newly appointed Foreign Minister Dr. Khalilur Rahman, signaling continued engagement with Dhaka at a pivotal political moment.
In separate messages, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi and Indian External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar conveyed their best wishes to Dr. Rahman and expressed readiness to deepen bilateral cooperation.
Wang Yi, who also serves as a Member of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China, underscored the strategic depth of Beijing’s ties with Dhaka.
“China and Bangladesh are comprehensive strategic cooperative partners,” he said in his message.
“I am ready to work with Foreign Minister Rahman to jointly implement the important understandings reached by the leaders of our two countries and advance the China-Bangladesh Comprehensive Strategic Partnership to new heights.”
He noted that China places high importance on its relationship with Bangladesh and reiterated Beijing’s commitment to strengthening cooperation under mutually agreed frameworks.
Meanwhile, Dr. Jaishankar highlighted the historical and geographical closeness between Dhaka and New Delhi.
“India and Bangladesh share deep-rooted ties of history, culture and people-to-people connections,” he said.
“I look forward to working together with Foreign Minister Rahman to advance cooperation between our two countries for mutual progress and prosperity.”
The congratulatory messages come as Bangladesh transitions into a new phase under its recently formed government.
Dhaka’s foreign policy has long balanced relations with major regional powers, particularly China and India, both of which are key economic and strategic partners.
China is one of country’s largest trading partners and a major development partner, playing a central role in infrastructure projects ranging from bridges and power plants to special economic zones.
India, for its part, remains Bangladesh’s closest neighbor and an essential partner in trade, connectivity, energy cooperation and border management.
Analysts say the early outreach from Beijing and New Delhi reflects the importance both capitals attach to stability and continuity in their ties with Dhaka.
With regional geopolitics evolving and economic pressures mounting globally, Bangladesh’s diplomatic posture is expected to focus on pragmatic engagement, economic resilience and strategic balance.
Dr. Rahman’s appointment comes at a time when Bangladesh is seeking to consolidate economic growth, attract foreign investment and strengthen its regional standing.
Observers believe his tenure will be closely watched in Beijing and New Delhi alike, as both sides seek to translate political goodwill into tangible cooperation.