BEIJING, Dec 30 : China expresses deep condolences over the passing of Ms. Khaleda Zia and heartfelt sympathies to the interim government of Bangladesh and Ms. Zia’s family, Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson, Lin Jian said on Tuesday.
Ms. Khaleda Zia is an old and dear friend of the Chinese people and long committed to China-Bangladesh friendship. While in office as the prime minister of Bangladesh, she made active effort to develop China-Bangladesh ties and the two countries established the comprehensive partnership of cooperation featuring long-term friendship, equality, and mutual benefit, he said during his regular briefing.
Ms. Zia’s important contribution to promoting China-Bangladesh friendship and the bilateral relationship will forever be remembered, he added.
Khaleda Zia, Bangladesh’s former prime minister and chairperson of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party, passed away today.