The American Chamber of Commerce in Bangladesh (AmCham) held a luncheon reception to welcome the newly appointed Deputy Chief of Mission at the US Embassy in Dhaka Megan Bouldin and its Political Economic Counselor Eric Geelan on Wednesday. On the occasion, the AmCham President Syed Ershad Ahmed, members of the Executive Committee, and all the AmCham members greeted both at their new appointment in Bangladesh. The AmCham President mentioned that they joined the US Embassy just after the revolution, a defining moment in our history, driven by a shared dream of unity, transparency, and progress. He expressed that Megan Bouldin and Eric Geelan’s new assignments to the US Embassy will further enhance and strengthen bilateral relations between Bangladesh and the US. USAID to provide $ 15 mln to boost climate resilience in Bangladesh Megan Bouldin, the newly appointed Deputy Chief of Mission, expressed her commitment to working with AmCham for shared success, progress, and prosperity, according to AmCham. Chargé d’affaires Helen LaFave also graced the program and shared his thoughts. Many AmCham members, including the Executive Committee Members, John Fay, Commercial Counselor, US Embassy, Dhaka, foreign dignitaries, business leaders, and other distinguished guests attended the luncheon. Al-Mamun M Rashel, treasurer-AmCham, Country Manager and Managing Director, NATco Bangladesh, offered the vote of thanks.

American Chamber of Commerce in Bangladesh (AmCham) President Syed Ershad Ahmed has emphasized the importance of branding Bangladesh as an investment destination through "strategic diplomacy." He advocated for measures for the ease of business operation for the existing US investors and a transparent predictable legal and regulatory environment for attracting potential foreign direct investment (FDI).  Ershad Ahmed led an AmCham delegation during a meeting with Foreign Affairs Adviser Md Touhid Hossain and discussed the issues.  Director General (North America Wing) at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Khandker Masudul Alam, Director Samia Israt Ronee and other North America Wing team members were present at the meeting held on Wednesday.  The delegation also addressed visa processing facilitation across several countries, highlighting its significance in supporting international business operations. The Adviser expressed his commitment to these matters, assuring the delegation that these issues are under active consideration. He also encouraged ongoing collaboration for necessary support.  The AmCham team reiterated their commitment to fostering strong relationships with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and promoting favorable policies that promote trade and investment in Bangladesh.  The AmCham President also handed over “AmCham Recommendations: The Way Forward” and a couple of AmCham research reports related to Bangladesh trade and business. Along with Syed Ershad Ahmed, Rubaba Dowla, Country Managing Director, Bangladesh, Nepal, and Bhutan, Oracle Corporation; Ala Uddin Ahmad, CEO, MetLife; Habib Bhuiyan, Country Manager, Excelerate Energy Bangladesh Ltd; Kabir Ahmed, Chairman, Conveyor Logistics Limited and President, BAFFA; Momshad Ali Khan, Director, Coca-Cola Bangladesh Ltd.; and Chowdhury Kaiser Mohammad Riyadh, Secretary, AmCham Bangladesh were present at the meeting.

Foreign Minister Dr AK Abdul Momen on Sunday hoped that the relations between Bangladesh and the United States would reach a new height under President Joe Biden.