Dhaka, Nov. 20 -- The interim government views awarding construction and operation of a container terminal on Chittagong's Laldia Char to a Danish company as a positive investment, yet objections and criticism rage on.

Many see the participation of a Western firm at a terminal near Bangladesh's principal seaport as the government relinquishing critical infrastructure.

Worries include potential financial losses and fears that it may be part of a strategy to extend foreign geopolitical influence. Some port officials worry that a terminal on the Karnaphuli River's right bank could cause significant losses for the main port.

At the same time, businesspeople and port users highlight potential benefits.

The involvement of a European company...