A visiting high-level delegation from the United States reaffirmed its commitment today (15 September) to aid Bangladesh in expanding economic opportunities, strengthening institutional capacity, and upholding human rights, according to a statement from the US Embassy.
“We are committed to helping expand economic opportunities, build institutional capacity, uphold human rights, and mitigate climate risks with our partner, Bangladesh,” the embassy announced on its official Facebook page, following a meeting between Foreign Adviser Md Touhid Hossain and the delegation at the state guest house Padma in Dhaka.
The US delegation, led by Brent Neiman, Assistant Secretary for International Finance at the US Department of Treasury, also included Donald Lu, US Assistant Secretary for South and Central Asia, and other senior officials.
The embassy further expressed its enthusiasm, stating, “Great to meet the Foreign Affairs Advisor at Padma House.”
The delegation is set to meet with Chief Adviser Prof Muhammad Yunus and attend a working lunch hosted by the foreign secretary at the state guest house Padma.
Earlier, a US State Department spokesperson noted that the discussions would center on how the US can contribute to Bangladesh’s economic growth, financial stability, and development priorities.
