Bangladesh PM’s first foreign visit focuses on China, Malaysia ties and investments

Bangladesh’s Prime Minister Tarique Rahman will embark on his first overseas trip since taking office on Sunday, visiting Malaysia and China ?in a mission aimed at attracting investment, boosting overseas employment and signalling foreign policy priorities. The ?six-day trip comes as Rahman’s administration seeks foreign capital to support ?an ambitious economic agenda, while strengthening ties with key Asian partners. Rahman ?will leave for Kuala Lumpur on Sunday afternoon to meet with Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim, before travelling to China on Monday for a three-day official visit at the invitation of ?Chinese Premier Li Qiang. BANGLADESH AIMS TO SIGN BILATERAL…