China prepared to work with new Bangladesh govt

China has congratulated Bangladesh for the successful holding of the 12th National Parliamentary Elections and stated that the country was prepared to work with the newly elected government.

Mao Ning, Spokesperson of China's Ministry of Foreign Affairs, made the remarks in response to a question from a journalist at the ministry's regular press conference held Tuesday.

The spokesperson said, "China congratulates Bangladesh for the successful holding of the 12th National Parliamentary Election as planned, and felicitates the Awami League for winning the election. "As an amicable and close neighbour of Bangladesh, China firmly supports Bangladesh in implementing the political agendas in accordance with its law after the election."

Mao Ning added, "Based on the principles of mutual respect, equal footing, mutual benefit and non-interference in other country’s internal affairs, China is prepared to work with the new government of Bangladesh to carry forward the long-established friendship, further promote high-quality Belt and Road cooperation, and pursue greater progress for China-Bangladesh Strategic Partnership of Cooperation."

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