US reaffirms importance of Bangladesh ties at National Day reception

A senior US official has underscored the growing importance of bilateral relations between Washington and Dhaka, highlighting cooperation in key sectors including security, trade and governance.

In a post on X today (3 April), S. Paul Kapur said he attended a National Day reception at the Embassy of Bangladesh in Washington DC, where he spoke about the strength of ties between the two countries.

“Today, the US-Bangladesh relationship matters more than ever,” he said, noting that cooperation in multiple areas, alongside shared values, continues to enhance prosperity and security in both nations.

Kapur’s remarks reflect ongoing engagement between the United States and Bangladesh, with both sides placing emphasis on deepening collaboration across strategic and economic fronts.

He is currently serving as the Assistant Secretary of State for South and Central Asian Affairs in the Second Trump administration.