According to Chinese Ambassador Yao Wen, China has expressed interest in importing 1,000 tonnes of Hilsa fish from Bangladesh, with the possibility of increasing the volume.

The envoy made the remarks during a meeting with Commerce Adviser Sk Bashir Uddin at the commerce secretariat in Dhaka, the commerce ministry stated.

Beyond Hilsa, China is also keen to invest in the cultivation of mango, jackfruit, and guava in Bangladesh while increasing imports of these fruits.

During the discussion, the commerce adviser urged China to expand its investment in Bangladesh, particularly in manufacturing plants for trucks and modern agricultural equipment.