Information Adviser Mahbubul Alam and Chinese Ambassador to Bangladesh Chai Xi inaugurated the complex, built at a cost of Tk 35 lakh, by hoisting the national flags of Bangladesh and China.

The complex was built as per a Chinese architectural design with the financial assistance of the Chinese government. It will offer facilities like computer training, music and vocational training.

Presided over by Reazuddin Ahmed, editor of the News Today and incumbent president of National Press Club, the function was also addressed by Mokhlesur Rahman Chowdhury, adviser to the president.

The function was also addressed by Deputy Commissioner of Narsingdi Kamal Uddin, newly elected President of National Press Club Shaukat Mahmud, its General Secretary Kamal Uddin Sabuj, BFUJ Secretary General Ruhul Amin Gazi, Convener of Narsingdi Press Club Mohammad Abu Taher and Executive Director of Narandi-China Friendship Complex Lt Col (retd) Joynul Abedin.

Mahbubul Alam said Bangladesh and China are friends for long. He thanked the Ambassador of China for helping the construction of the complex. He also recalled the close relations between the two countries.

Chai Xi said the friendly relations between the two countries will continue to grow from strength to strength. He also said China is always ready to support development efforts of Bangladesh.

Earlier, Narandi villagers arranged a cultural function in honour of the special guests on Narandi School premises.