China, June 25 -- Prime Minister Tarique Rahman is scheduled to hold a bilateral meeting with Chinese Premier Li Qiang at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing this afternoon.

The meeting is set to begin at 5:00pm local time, Prime Minister's Additional Press Secretary Atikur Rahman Rumon said.

Meanwhile, the Great Hall of the People has been prepared to welcome the Bangladesh Prime Minister.

The venue and surrounding area have been decorated with the national flags of Bangladesh and China, while Bangladeshi flags are flying along both sides of the road leading to the state building.

Premier Li Qiang will accord a red-carpet reception to Prime Minister Tarique Rahman at 4:45pm local time. Following the formal welcome ceremony, the t...