Association of Bangladesh-China Alumni
| Abbreviation | ABCA |
|---|---|
| Formation | 2021 |
| Type | Non-profit organization |
| Headquarters | Dhaka, Bangladesh |
| Location |
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| Membership | Bangladeshi alumni |
President | Munshi Faiz Ahmad |
General Secretary | Dr. Md. Shahabul Haque |
| Website | abc-alumni |
The Association of Bangladesh-China Alumni or simply ABCA (Bengali: অ্যাসোসিয়েশন অব বাংলাদেশ চায়না-অ্যালামনাই) is a Bangladesh-based non-profit organization for Bangladeshis who have studied, worked, or trained in China.[1] Founded in 2021,[2] ABCA hosts cultural and networking events and offers professional development activities for its members.[3][4] In 2024, the Chinese Embassy in Dhaka awarded the Association of Bangladesh-China Alumni (ABCA) with the Outstanding Promotional Partner Award in recognition of its work promoting bilateral relations.[5][6]
History
The Association of Bangladesh China Alumni (ABCA) was founded to bring together Bangladeshi individuals who have undertaken academic, professional, or training programs in China. In late 2020, an 18‑member preparatory committee was formed, and an online launch meeting took place on 30 December 2020 with participation from representatives of the Chinese Embassy in Dhaka.[7] ABCA announced its first executive board for 2021–2023 on 12 July 2021,[8] and the executive committee was installed in October 2021 during a webinar on poverty reduction.[9]
Activities
ABCA organizes events and programs related to Bangladesh-China relations, education, and business.[10][11] The association has supported poverty alleviation efforts and initiatives encouraging overseas students to return for opportunities in Chinese firms.[12][13] Its regular activities include:
- Events and Celebrations: Organizes Chinese New Year celebrations in collaboration with the Chinese Embassy,[14][15] Independence Day of Bangladesh events,[16][17] and art exhibition.[18]
- Community and Social Work: In collaboration with the Chinese embassy, provides food and aid to flood-affected people in Bangladesh,[19][20][21] and distributes winter blankets.[22][23]
- Cultural Exchanges: Organizes cultural events and publishes materials, including hosting webinars on topics such as historical figures.[24]
- Iftar celebration: Hosts an Iftar party during the month of Ramadan.[25][26]
- Professional Development: Facilitates career opportunities, maintains alumni directories, and partners with organizations on study abroad programs.[27][28][29]
See also
- Bangladesh–China relations
- Bangladesh China Friendship Conference Center
- Bangladesh–China Friendship Exhibition Center
References
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- ^ "আউটস্ট্যান্ডিং প্রমোশনাল পার্টনার অ্যাওয়ার্ড পেল অ্যাবকা" (in Bengali). Vol. samakal. 24 November 2024. Retrieved 18 August 2025.
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- ^ "Together We Win the Match". The Daily Star (Bangladesh). Dec 12, 2022. Retrieved 17 August 2025.
- ^ "Chinese firms, Bangladesh govt urge overseas students to return, lead development". Dhaka Tribune. 11 Sep 2023. Retrieved 17 August 2025.
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- ^ "Embassy of the People's Republic of China in Bangladesh and Association of Bangladesh-China Alumni(ABCA) co-organized Celebrating Happy Chinese New Year 2023". Embassy of China in Bangladesh. 2023-01-21. Retrieved 17 August 2025.
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- ^ "স্বাধীনতার সুবর্ণজয়ন্তী উদযাপন করেছে অ্যাসোসিয়েশন অব বাংলাদেশ-চায়না অ্যালামনাই" (in Bengali). The Daily Campus. Retrieved 18 August 2025.
- ^ "Exhibition marks friendship between Bangladesh, China". New Age (Bangladesh). 27 November 2023. Retrieved 17 August 2025.
- ^ "Chinese Embassy, ABCA give food items to flood victims in Feni". The Financial Express (Bangladesh). 5 September 2024. Retrieved 17 August 2025.
- ^ "ফেনীতে বন্যার্তদের মাঝে খাবার বিতরণ চীনা দূতাবাসের" (in Bengali). samakal. 25 Aug 2024. Retrieved 17 August 2025.
- ^ "China donates flood relief worth Tk6m to Bangladesh". businesspostbd. 25 Aug 2024. Retrieved 17 August 2025.
- ^ "Warmer Winter Blankets Donation and Distribution Activity Organized". Embassy of China in Bangladesh. 2022-01-11. Retrieved 17 August 2025.
- ^ "With love from China: 5k blankets for destitutes in Bangladesh". United News of Bangladesh. January 11, 2022. Retrieved 17 August 2025.
- ^ "Feature: Bangladeshi youth serve as bridge for enhanced China-Bangladesh exchange, cooperation". Xinhua. 2025-04-05. Retrieved 17 August 2025.
- ^ "অ্যাবকার উদ্যোগে দোয়া ও ইফতার মাহফিল" (in Bengali). Amar Desh. 20 March 2025. Retrieved 17 August 2025.
- ^ "অ্যাবকার উদ্যোগে ইফতার মাহফিল অনুষ্ঠিত" (in Bengali). Daily Kalbela. 20 March 2025. Retrieved 18 August 2025.
- ^ "ঢাকা-বেইজিং বন্ধুত্বে বাংলাদেশি শিক্ষার্থীরা 'আশার সেতু': চীনা রাষ্ট্রদূত ঢাকা" (in Bengali). United News of Bangladesh. 8 August 2023. Retrieved 18 August 2025.
- ^ "Chinese embassy sends off scholarship recipients Tribune Report Publish". Dhaka Tribune. 8 Aug 2023. Retrieved 18 August 2025.
- ^ "চীনে সব ফ্লাইট চালু হবে আগামী মাস থেকে : চীনা রাষ্ট্রদূত" (in Bengali). Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha. 21 January 2023. Retrieved 18 August 2025.
External links
- Association of Bangladesh–China Alumni Facebook page