Overview

• Bangladesh's interim government, led by Muhammad Yunus, finalized $2.1 billion in Chinese investments, including $400 million for Mongla Port modernization and $1 billion for a Chinese Industrial Economic Zone.
• Yunus's remarks about China's potential economic 'extension' into India's northeastern states have drawn criticism, further worsening relations with New Delhi.
• China has agreed to assist Bangladesh in managing the Teesta River, a contentious issue with India, signaling deeper cooperation between Dhaka and Beijing.
• Bangladesh's military leadership, under General Waker-Uz-Zaman, has engaged with the US, highlighting internal divisions over the country's foreign policy direction.
• Concerns over debt dependency and environmental risks grow as Bangladesh strengthens its alignment with China's Belt and Road Initiative.