Prof Yunus will also participate in an “Investment Dialogue” with Chinese business leaders aiming to convince Chinese investors to invest in the manufacturing sector of Bangladesh.
He left for China on 26 March on a four-day official visit with the aim of strengthening the relationship between Bangladesh and China, reports Bangladesh Sanghbad Sangstha (BSS).
According to the local media reports, on the second day of his visit to China yesterday, Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus secured a commitment for Bangladesh to enjoy duty-free and quota-free access to the Chinese market until 2028. He also discussed relocating Chinese manufacturing plants to Bangladesh.
The Chief Adviser will also join three roundtable discussions on different themes — Sustainable Infrastructure and Energy Investment, Bangladesh 2.0 Manufacturing and Market Opportunities and Social Business, Youth Entrepreneurship and the World of Three Zeros.
During the meetings, he will exchange views with CEOs of various companies, experienced individuals from the Social Business Circle, high-ranking officials of renowned Chinese companies and business representatives.