The water resources and environment adviser to the interim government, Syeda Rizwana Hasan, said on Wednesday that China expressed its commitment to sharing expertise in water management, building a smart water conservancy system, and enhancing data sharing during floods.
After a courtesy meeting with the Chinese ambassador to Bangladesh Yao Wen at the secretariat, Rizwana Hasan also focused on enhancing collaboration between the two nations in water management and environmental sustainability.
She also said that China proposed to provide training in water conservancy and promote technical collaboration between the two countries, said a press release issued on Wednesday.
The adviser said that to further strengthen ties, formation of a joint committee and cooperation between Bangladeshi and Chinese water research institutions were recommended.
鈥楾hese efforts would boost collaboration on river management, flood prevention, and infrastructure projects, benefiting both countries,鈥� she said.
She emphasised the importance of international partnerships in achieving long-term goals for environmental protection and resilience to climate change.
The Chinese ambassador reaffirmed China鈥檚 commitment to Bangladesh, stating that China is a true friend and that the relationship will continue to flourish.
He expressed China鈥檚 interest in collaborating with Bangladesh on river pollution control, ecological management, solar energy, electric vehicles, water resources management, capacity building, flood control systems, smart water management, and the sharing of hydrological data.
He also noted that Bangladesh could enhance its prosperity by fully utilising its rivers.
The meeting concluded with both parties expressing optimism about deepening bilateral relations and exploring future cooperation in environmental sustainability and water resource management.
