Staff Correspondent

Minister for Cultural Affairs Nitai Roy Chowdhury has underscored the vital role of responsible and high-quality journalism in further strengthening bilateral trade, cultural exchange, and friendship between Bangladesh and China.

Addressing the audience as the chief guest at the "Golden Silk Road Media Awards Bangladesh 2026" ceremony at the International Mother Language Institute auditorium in Dhaka on Wednesday, the minister stated that such recognition platforms actively foster closer cooperation between the two nations.

"Media is not merely a medium for news dissemination; it is a crucial platform for mutual understanding, friendship, cultural exchange, and international collaboration," Minister Nitai Roy Chowdhury remarked. He added that media outlets possess a profound responsibility to make the long-standing friendly relations between Bangladesh and China even more meaningful and dynamic, while commending the initiative for encouraging professional excellence and creative journalism.

A total of 26 journalists, photographers, documentary filmmakers, and multimedia content creators working across various media houses were honored across four categories during the second iteration of the awards event. Winners received cash prize checks, crests, and certificates.

The ceremony was attended by President's Press Secretary Md. Sarwar Alam, Charge d'Affaires of the Chinese Embassy in Bangladesh Dr. Liu Yuyn, and Bangladesh Betar Director General ASM Zahid as special guests.

Other notable attendees included Chinese Embassy Cultural Counselor Li Shaofeng, China Media Group (CMG) Bangla Service Director Yu Guangyue Anandi, Member of Parliament AKM Fazlul Haque Milan, Press Institute of Bangladesh (PIB) Director General Faruq Wasif, and Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha (BSS) Editor and Managing Director Muhammad Kader Gani Chowdhury, alongside representatives from leading journalistic organizations and media houses.

The event was organized by CMG Dhaka Studio and the Apon Friendship Exchange Center, with the comprehensive support of the Embassy of the People's Republic of China in Bangladesh and prominent national media bodies.