Delegation Holds Meeting With State Minister For Shipping And Bridges Md. Rajib Ahsan

China Energy Expresses Interest In Solar Power Plant At Payra Port

  • China Energy International Group delegation meets State Minister for Shipping and Bridges Md. Rajib Ahsan.
  • The company expresses intent to invest in establishing a solar-based power plant at Payra Port.
  • The State Minister emphasizes prioritizing national security and regulatory compliance in foreign investments.

China Energy Expresses Interest In Solar Power Plant At Payra Port
Nov 1, 2026 12:04

A high-level meeting was held between State Minister for Shipping and Bridges Md. Rajib Ahsan, MP, and a delegation from China Energy International Group at the conference room of the Ministry of Shipping this morning. During the meeting, the delegation officially expressed their interest in investing to establish a solar-powered generation plant at Payra Port. The representatives highlighted their extensive global and domestic experience in large-scale energy infrastructure development and power plant construction.

Welcoming the investment proposal, State Minister Md. Rajib Ahsan stated that Payra Port is expanding steadily and requires robust initiatives to meet growing energy demands alongside infrastructural enhancement and capacity building. He reiterated that the government consistently encourages foreign investment in the country's power and energy sectors, noting the Prime Minister's dedicated support in this regard.

Furthermore, the State Minister underscored that Payra Port is a vital national installation, and port security must be maintained with utmost priority. He stressed the strict necessity of upholding national interests, security protocols, and relevant regulatory frameworks while implementing any investment or development initiatives.

The meeting was attended by the Chairman of Payra Port Authority alongside senior officials from the Ministry of Shipping.

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