BNP Chairperson and former Prime Minister Begum Khaleda Zia. File photoDHAKA, Dec 30, 2025 (BSS) - China today expressed deep condolences over the death of BNP Chairperson and former Prime Minister Begum Khaleda Zia, paying tribute to her role in Bangladesh's democratic journey and reaffirming continued friendly relations with the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP). Yao Wen said Begum Khaleda Zia embodied the democratic aspirations of the Bangladeshi people and inspired the nation through her resilience, courage and leadership. He further said that the Communist Party of China would continue to maintain its longstanding and friendly relations with the BNP under the leadership of Tarique Rahman. Extending sincere condolences once again, Yao Wen prayed for eternal peace for Begum Khaleda Zia's departed soul and expressed hope that her contributions to Bangladesh and to China-Bangladesh relations would be remembered for generations to come.

Source: Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha December 30, 2025 04:41 UTC