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Bangladesh, China propose Bangladesh-China-Myanmar Economic Corridor
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Bangladesh and China agreed on July 26, 2026, to establish the Bangladesh-China-Myanmar Economic Corridor (BCMEC), a regional connectivity project aimed at boosting trade and infrastructure links.
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Bangladesh, China propose Bangladesh-China-Myanmar Economic Corridor
During a meeting between Bangladeshi Prime Minister Tarique Rahman and Chinese President Xi Jinping on June 26, 2026, the two nations proposed the Bangladesh-China-Myanmar Economic Corridor (BCMEC). The project aims to enhance regional connectivity by linking Bangladesh’s ports to China’s southwestern regions via Myanmar, forming a pillar of China’s Belt and Road Initiative. The corridor is expected to facilitate trade, infrastructure development, and economic integration across South and Southeast Asia. Further details on funding, timelines, and stakeholder consultations are awaited.
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