MONGLA, Nov 5, 2026 — Prime Minister Tarique Rahman has said the government will move swiftly to develop energy infrastructure from Mongla to the country’s northern region, ensuring adequate electricity and gas supplies to support industrialization and economic growth. Report UNB
He made the remarks during a meeting with a high-level Chinese delegation led by China Railway Construction Corporation (CRCC) Chairman Dai Hegen in Mongla, Bagerhat, he also called for increased Chinese investment in Bangladesh, particularly in Mongla, to expand industrialization and strengthen economic and infrastructure cooperation between the two countries.
The meeting followed the signing of a memorandum of understanding between Invest Bangladesh and CRCC on economic and infrastructure cooperation, in the presence of the Prime Minister.
“Energy infrastructure will be developed from Mongla to the northern region of the country. Adequate supplies of electricity and gas are needed to boost economic activities in this region,” Deputy Press Secretary Jahidul Islam Rony quoted Tarique as saying.
The Prime Minister called for greater Chinese investment, particularly around Mongla, to expand industrial activity and strengthen economic and infrastructure cooperation between the two countries.
He said closer Bangladesh-China cooperation could create new opportunities for investment, industrialization and infrastructure development. Tarique also thanked the Chinese delegation for helping facilitate the recruitment of Bangladeshi workers by Chinese companies operating in the Middle East.
Describing the day as significant for Bangladesh, he expressed appreciation to Chinese investors for supporting the country’s efforts to build a stronger economic foundation.
