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Bangladesh and China are exploring ways to deepen their technological and military collaboration, aiming to elevate their strategic partnership. The discussions took place during a courtesy call by Chinese Ambassador to Bangladesh Yao Wen on Prime Minister's Defence Adviser Brig Gen (retd) Dr AKM Shamsul Islam in Dhaka.

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The two sides exchanged views on expanding technological and military cooperation and taking the bilateral strategic partnership to a new level.

According to an Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) press release, both sides exchanged views on broadening cooperation in defense technology and taking the bilateral strategic partnership to a new level. Key areas of focus included increasing higher training opportunities in China for members of the Bangladesh Armed Forces and fostering self-reliance in the defense sector via technology transfer.

The meeting also highlighted joint initiatives to bolster cybersecurity cooperation, complementing traditional military ties. Furthermore, the defense adviser and the ambassador discussed regional and global geopolitical shifts, reaffirming their shared commitment to maintaining peace and stability in the region.

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The defence adviser thanked China for its continued support for Bangladesh's infrastructure and defence sectors.

The defense adviser expressed gratitude for China's ongoing support in Bangladesh's infrastructure and defense sectors. In turn, the Chinese ambassador commended Bangladesh's efforts in modernizing its armed forces and reaffirmed China's dedication to continued bilateral cooperation.

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China's commitment to continuing bilateral cooperation.