Bangladesh, July 3 -- he leading takeaway from Prime Minister Tarique Rahman's visit to China as part of his first foray abroad, would have been the commitment secured on the Teesta River megaproject, an ambitious vision that dares to reimagine the landscape of northern Bangladesh along its banks.

A joint feasibility study was agreed upon as the most acceptable starting point, as China became more sensitive to Bangladesh's need to slow-ball the project.Bangladesh and China agreed to expedite a joint feasibility study on the Teesta River Comprehensive Management and Restoration Project (TRCMRP).

"We have agreed to conduct a joint feasibility study with experts from both sides. If the feasibility study justifies the project, China will e...