China-Bangladesh partnership to revive

Defence affairs - dhaka tribune

Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus on Sunday laid emphasis on working together with China to give jute its rightful place in Bangladesh’s economic programs by paying due respect and reviving the lost glory.

"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 program," 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," Prof Yunus said, adding that jute is the natural fibre in the world that they have failed to respect.

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.

"When you talk about jute, it is an emotional issue for Bangladesh," Prof Yunus said, noting that jute remains a fiber just for making sacks.

Calling Bangladesh a home to "Jamdani" and many other fabrics, he said jute can be used in multiple ways.

Prof Yunus also recalled the lost glory of muslin as Dhaka Muslin was the most valuable fabric on the planet.

The Chinese Commerce Minister 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.

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.

Chinese Minister Wang joined the conference as a special guest.