Dhaka, July 28 -- Chinese Ambassador to Bangladesh Yao Wen on Tuesday said cultural exchanges between Bangladesh and China are an important part of bilateral relations, playing an irreplaceable role in promoting mutual understanding between the two peoples and deepening traditional friendship.

He expressed the hope to work hand in hand with the Bangladeshi side to elevate cultural exchanges between the two countries to a higher level.

Ambassador Yao met with Cultural Affairs Minister Nitai Roy Chowdhury and State Minister for Cultural Affairs Ali Newaz Mahmood Khyom engaging in an in-depth exchange of views on strengthening cultural exchange and cooperation between the two countries.

Secretary of the Ministry of Cultural Affairs Kaniz ...