Dhaka, May 14 -- Chief Advisor Muhammad Yunus has emphasised the need to modernise Chattogram Port, describing it as the "heart" of Bangladesh's economy.

He made the call during a visit to the New Mooring Container Terminal (NCT) of Chattogram Port on Wednesday, according to state news agency Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha (BSS). This is his first visit to his home district since assuming leadership of the interim government.

"We must connect this heart to our neighbours," Yunus is quoted as saying by BSS.

"I've mentioned Nepal and the seven northeastern states of India -- the Seven Sisters. If they join in, they will benefit, and so will we. Those who don't, will fall behind."

As part of his daylong itinerary, Yunus began by visiting Ya...