US Secretary of State Marco Rubio had a telephone conversation with Bangladesh’s Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus this evening.
The 15-minute discussion from 7.30 pm was warm, cordial, and constructive, reflecting the strong bilateral engagement between the two nations, Chief Adviser’s Press Secretary Shafiqul Alam said.
During the call, both the leaders discussed issues of mutual interests, including Bangladesh’s trade talks with the United States, ongoing reforms processes, transition to democracy, upcoming general election and aid for Rohingya refugees.
Secretary Rubio expressed support for Bangladesh’s reform agenda and its move to hold elections early next year.
Highlighting that the US is Bangladesh’s largest export destination and top source of remittances, both leaders expressed hope for concluding talks on tariffs soon, paving the way for increased bilateral trade.
Prof Yunus mentioned that his National Security Adviser recently had an excellent meeting with Deputy Secretary of State Landau in Washington DC, and emphasised their commitment to strengthening bilateral bonds. বিস্তারিত