During the discussion, both sides reaffirmed their commitment to further strengthening bilateral relations, including economic engagements, based on mutual respect and shared interests.
According to an official statement, the airline will operate special flights on the Dhaka-Dubai-Dhaka route to facilitate the safe return of affected passengers.
Bangladesh has strengthened security in Dhaka's Diplomatic Area, including the US Embassy, amid global tensions. During talks with US Ambassador Brent Christensen, Home Minister Salahuddin Ahmed discussed counter-terrorism, illegal migration, the SPEAR programme, and Electronic Nationality V
US Assistant Secretary for South and Central Asia Paul Kapur will pay a visit to Bangladesh early in March, as per a statement by the Foreign Ministry of Bangladesh on Monday.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio congratulated the BNP, its leader Tarique Rahman, and the people of Bangladesh on their election victory. In a post on X, he expressed hope for cooperation with Bangladesh's new government to promote regional prosperity, stability, and security.
"Under President Trump's leadership, the United States is pursuing a trade policy that delivers real results for American workers and businesses, strengthening our economic and security partnerships abroad," the statement quoted Greer as saying.
During the meetings, they discussed upcoming elections in Bangladesh, economic and trade relations, Rohingya issue, and regional matters, the statement said.
US lawmakers warned Bangladesh's interim government that suspending political parties and reviving the International Crimes Tribunal could hurt election credibility, urging an inclusive democratic process ahead of February polls, while reaffirming US support for Bangladesh's democratic trans
Bangladesh's interim government chief Muhammad Yunus has faced protests from the Awami League in New York. Bangladesh Awami League leaders and activists threw eggs at his entourage, Akhtar Hossain, member secretary of the newly formed National Citizen Party (NCP).
Officials from the company, Exo Imaging, led by its co-founders Yusuf Haque and Sandeep Akkaraju, met with Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus on Thursday at the state guest house Jamuna to discuss the groundbreaking technology and its potential impact.
Bangladesh secured a 20% U.S. tariff rate, protecting its key apparel sector after complex talks. The deal includes buying U.S. goods like wheat and planes, avoiding a 35% tariff. Officials say it boosts Bangladesh's trade ties, economic strength, and access to the U.S. market.
The third round of talks on the Bangladesh-US tariff issue officially began on Tuesday at 2:00 pm US local time, Bangladesh's Chief Adviser Press Wing said in a statement on Wednesday.