The hour-long discussion covered key aspects of Bangladesh-US relations, including the reciprocal tariff agreement
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US Ambassador to Bangladesh Brent Christensen on Thursday reaffirmed the United States’ strong support for Bangladesh’s democratic transition during a meeting with National Security Adviser Dr. Khalilur Rahman.
Rahman welcomed Ambassador Christensen as the new US envoy to Bangladesh, highlighting his previous contributions to promoting bilateral relations during his earlier posting in Dhaka and through various roles in the US government in Washington, DC.
He expressed hope that relations between the two countries would reach new heights during Christensen’s current tenure.
The hour-long discussion covered key aspects of Bangladesh-US relations, including the reciprocal tariff agreement, support for Rohingyas, immigration issues such as visa bonds and the return of undocumented Bangladeshis from the US, American business and investment in Bangladesh, and regional matters of mutual concern.
Ambassador Christensen praised the interim government’s efforts on the upcoming elections and broad-based reforms, underlining the US commitment to supporting Bangladesh’s democratic progress.
US Embassy Political and Economic Counsellor Eric Geelan was also present at the meeting.