The New Nation - Internet Edition

BSS, Dhaka

Chinese Ambassador to Bangladesh Zheng Qingdian on Wednesday made a courtesy call on Adviser for Foreign Affairs Dr Iftekhar Ahmed Chowdhury at the Foreign Ministry and discussed matters of mutual interest.

The ambassador handed over a donation certificate to Dr Iftekhar thanking Bangladesh for the support accorded following the disastrous earthquake in China.

Speaking to the media later, the foreign adviser stated that they had also discussed follow-up measures following the very successful recent visit to China by the Chief Adviser.

In response to a question, he added that they had also spoken about the current situation between Bangladesh and Myanmar on the Bay of Bengal.

Dr Iftekhar said: "I have explained our peaceful intentions to our Chinese friend, and expressed our hope that Myanmar dismantles the installations on the disputed waters."