No third party can sway Dhaka-Beijing ties: EnvoyThe Chinese Ambassador to Bangladesh, Yao Wen, spoke to reporters after a courtesy call on Foreign Minister Dr Khalilur Rahman and State Minister for Foreign Affairs Shama Obaed Islam at the foreign ministry today. The envoy made the remarks while speaking to reporters after a courtesy call on Foreign Minister Dr Khalilur Rahman and State Minister for Foreign Affairs Shama Obaed Islam at the foreign ministry here today. Responding to a question about possible external pressure aimed at reducing China’s influence in Bangladesh, Yao said no outside force could affect Dhaka-Beijing ties. The ambassador reaffirmed China’s support for Bangladesh in safeguarding its unity, stability, sovereignty, independence and territorial integrity. He also said China would continue cooperation in job creation, investment, education and healthcare to support Bangladesh’s self-reliant and democratic development.

Source: Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha February 22, 2026 12:52 UTC