Dhaka on Thursday sought Beijing’s support and influence in resolving the Rohingya crisis.
Awami League Presidium member Faruk Khan said solution to the Rohingya crisis is important since China is talking about peace in the region.
The former Commerce Minister was addressing at a thematic briefing on the 19th National Congress of the Communist Party of China in a city hotel.
Assistant Minister, International Department, Central Committee of the CPC Wang Yajun briefed the participants about the outcome of the Congress.
Yajun said China is in favour of Bangladesh-Myanmar dialogue to resolve the Rohingya crisis, according to a UNB report.
He also appreciated the progress the neighbouring countries made so far in that direction.
Wang Yajun said China will continue to work not only to ensure peace and stability in Bangladesh and Myanmar, but also in the region as a whole.
The CPC leader also expressed satisfaction over the signing of an instrument between Bangladesh and Myanmar to repatriate Rohingyas living in Bangladesh.