Dhaka, Jan. 8 -- China, India, Russia and other South and South Asian countries have congratulated Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina on her election in the run-up to a straight fourth term in office.

The envoys of China, India, Russia, the Philippines, Singapore and Sri Lanka paid courtesy calls separately on Awami League President and Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina at her official residence Ganabhaban on Monday morning.

Chinese Ambassador Yao Wen welcomed Sheikh Hasina for the successful holding of the 12th Parliamentary Election and her Awami League's sweeping to victory.

The envoy conveyed to Sheikh Hasina the warm congratulations and best wishes from Chinese leaders, according to a spokesperson for the Chinese Embassy.

"He reaffirmed tha...