Dhaka, Apr 09 (V7N) – A high-level delegation of leading American investors met with Dr. Muhammad Yunus, Chief Advisor to the interim government, at the Jamuna State Guest House in Dhaka on Tuesday (April 8), expressing strong interest in deepening the Bangladesh-US economic partnership and building mutually beneficial commercial relations.

The delegation was led by Peter Haas, former US Ambassador and current Strategic Advisor to Accelerate Energy, who also serves as Chairman of the US-Bangladesh Business Council under the US Chamber of Commerce. Prominent representatives from global giants such as Meta, Visa, Chevron, Uber, MetLife, MasterCard, Boeing, and the US Soybean Export Council participated in the meeting.

Held on the sidelines of the Bangladesh Investment Summit, the meeting focused on ways to strengthen bilateral trade and investment, remove barriers to market entry, and support Bangladesh’s ongoing economic reforms.

The delegation praised Bangladesh's resilience, entrepreneurship, and economic potential, stating that US businesses remain committed to long-term investment in the country. They welcomed the interim government's forward-looking stance on economic reform, particularly efforts to address trade and non-tariff barriers.

Nisha Desai Biswal, former Deputy CEO of the US International Development Finance Corporation (DFC) and Assistant Secretary of State for South and Central Asian Affairs, emphasized the strategic role of US companies in Bangladesh’s growth trajectory.

“U.S. companies are at the heart of Bangladesh’s growth. We want to ensure that Bangladesh can effectively position itself through these ongoing tariff negotiations,” Biswal said, highlighting the importance of fair trade policies and reforms.

In response, Dr. Muhammad Yunus thanked the US delegation for their contributions to Bangladesh’s development and assured them of the interim government's full support in creating a conducive business environment. He emphasized the administration’s commitment to removing obstacles and facilitating greater investment opportunities.

The discussion marked a significant moment in reaffirming the strategic economic alliance between Bangladesh and the United States, especially as global investors look toward emerging markets for sustainable growth and new opportunities.

The meeting is expected to pave the way for greater collaboration in trade, technology, and infrastructure, positioning Bangladesh as a key player in regional and global economic networks.

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