Biden committed to strengthening ties with Bangladesh
Biden "committed to strengthening" ties with Bangladesh
US President Joe Biden and Secretary Antony J. Blinken are "committed to strengthening" the Dhaka-Washington relationship as the two countries address common challenges, says a senior US official.
The two countries address some of the most pressing regional and global challenges together, including the Rohingya humanitarian crisis and global challenge to tackle climate change, said the official.
"Bangladesh’s impressive economic sector provides a solid platform on which to expand and deepen our relationship," said Marcia Bernicat, senior official for economic growth, energy and the environment.
She made the remarks while addressing virtual launching of the U.S.-Bangladesh Business Council on Tuesday.
Bernicat said the United States is proud of the partnership that they have built with the Bangladeshi people since Father of the Nation Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman led a proud and determined people to achieve their independence 50 years ago.
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"How fitting that we honor that important anniversary today by launching the U.S.-Bangladesh Business Council," she said.