Chinese Ambassador to Bangladesh Yao Wen today (January 28) said that Beijing has been working with Myanmar to have a cease fire in Rakhine state to pave the way for Rohingya repatriation.

He told reporters after a courtesy call with foreign minister Dr Hasan Mahmud at the foreign ministry in the capital.

Yao Wen said, "You must be aware that under Chinese mediation, we wish to have a cease fire in the Rakhine State."

Regarding the Rohingya repatriation, he urged all to be confident on the ongoing tripartite collaboration among China, Bangladesh and Myanmar.

Responding to a question on Teesta project, the ambassador said China is committed to help Bangladesh in this regard but it requires proposal from the Bangladesh side first.

BDST: 1443 HRS, JAN 28, 2024
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