Bangladesh–China partnership to boost competitiveness, economic growth: Fisheries and Livestock Adviser
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Fisheries and Livestock Adviser Farida Akhter said on Thursday that cooperation with China is essential for Bangladesh’s economic transformation.
She said that by building competitiveness between Bangladesh and China, both social and economic development can be achieved.
She was speaking as the chief guest at the Dhaka-China Day 2025 event held at North South University’s main auditorium.
As an example, she mentioned the Brahmaputra River, which originates in China, flows through India, and then enters Bangladesh—calling it an important link between the two countries.
The Adviser said that on March 26, 2025, the Chief Adviser of the interim government visited China and signed agreements and MoUs on economic and technological cooperation.
These will strengthen collaboration in multiple fields, including culture, media, sports, and health.
She said that such cooperation is especially important for the younger generation, who make up more than half of the population and are the main drivers of change.
Talking about the fisheries and livestock sector, she said that thanks to the combined efforts of fishermen, workers, traders, importers, exporters, researchers, and scientists, Bangladesh is now nearly self-sufficient in producing fish, meat, and eggs.
Fish and fish products are not only meeting local demand but are also being exported to many countries.
She said that China has long been a trusted trade partner of Bangladesh, and this relationship is growing stronger.
Looking ahead, she said Bangladesh–China cooperation could open new opportunities in fisheries and livestock, such as aquaculture technology, modern production methods, IoT-based livestock management, climate-resilient animal housing, disease control, antimicrobial resistance management, modernization of fish landing and processing centers, as well as investments in dry fish and value-added industries.
Chinese Ambassador to Bangladesh, Mr. Yao Wen, said that the Dhaka-China Day program reflects the close ties between the two countries. Various activities are showcasing Chinese culture to students and the general public, which will help build deeper understanding and friendship between the peoples of both nations.
He also said that Bangladesh–China relations have reached a historic turning point, with both countries moving forward hand-in-hand in development cooperation and other areas.
The event was chaired by NSU Vice-Chancellor Prof. Abdul Hannan Chowdhury. Benazir Ahmed, a founding lifetime member and trustee of NSU, also spoke on the occasion.