US Secretary of State talks CA
Staff Reporter :
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio held a telephone conversation with Bangladesh’s Chief Adviser, Professor Muhammad Yunus, on Monday evening, in what was described as a warm, cordial, and constructive exchange.
The discussion, which lasted approximately 15 minutes, was indicative of the strengthening bilateral ties between the two nations, according to Chief Adviser’s Press Secretary Shafiqul Alam, who shared the update on social media.
During the call, both parties reaffirmed their commitment to deepening cooperation between the United States and Bangladesh. The conversation follows continued US support for the newly formed Interim Government, led by Professor Yunus.
Earlier, on the occasion of Bangladesh’s Independence Day, US President Donald Trump conveyed a congratulatory message to Chief Adviser Yunus, expressing optimism about the future of bilateral relations and shared interests in regional security.
“This period of transition presents an opportunity for the people of Bangladesh to strengthen democracy, drive economic progress, and enhance security,” President Trump stated.
He further added, “I am confident that we can advance our bilateral economic development while we strengthen our relationship and work together on promoting regional security in the Indo-Pacific.”
The timing of the phone call is significant, as it comes amid reports that China is considering the formation of a new regional bloc comprising South Asian nations, including Pakistan, aimed at enhancing trade and connectivity under Beijing’s leadership.
While Bangladesh participated in a recent trilateral meeting with China and Pakistan, government officials have clarified that Dhaka is not entering any formal alliance. Rather, the country is seeking to improve regional connectivity and economic cooperation with its neighbours.
As geopolitical dynamics continue to evolve in South Asia, Bangladesh’s approach to balancing strategic relationships with major global powers remains under close observation. The coming weeks are likely to shed more light on the direction of regional alignments and Bangladesh’s role within them.