A high-level bilateral meeting between Bangladesh and the United States was held in Washington DC on June 10, aiming to strengthen long-term cooperation in the energy sector, address global supply chain challenges, and expand technological partnerships.
The Bangladesh delegation was led by State Minister for Energy and Mineral Resources Aninda Islam Amit while the US side was headed by U.S. Department of Energy's Under Secretary of Energy Kyle Hausvet, according to a press release issued on Thursday.
The meeting, held in a cordial and constructive atmosphere, focused on energy security, infrastructure development, and the exchange of advanced energy technologies between the two countries.
Both sides discussed opportunities for enhanced collaboration in ensuring stable energy supply chains and promoting sustainable energy development in the face of global market volatility.
Bangladesh Ambassador to the United States Tarik Md. Ariful Islam was also present at the meeting.
A Bangladesh delegation led by the State Minister for Power, Energy and Mineral Resources is currently visiting the United States to explore further potential cooperation in the energy sector, officials said.