Bangladesh’s progress truly remarkable: US Deputy Assistant Secretary

 the US deputy assistant secretary said it is incredible that over the past 52 years, Bangladesh has lifted millions out of poverty. She also mentioned the deep economic relations between Bangladesh and the US

US Deputy Assistant Secretary at the Bureau of South and Central Asian Affairs, Afreen Akhter, has said the United States has been an important development partner in Bangladesh's journey.

Appreciating Bangladesh's remarkable progress since its independence, she said, the progress that Bangladesh has made as a country has been truly remarkable. 

Speaking at a reception recently, the US deputy assistant secretary said it is incredible that over the past 52 years, Bangladesh has lifted millions out of poverty. She also mentioned the deep economic relations between Bangladesh and the US.

In her visit to Bangladesh on various occasions, Akhter said that during each visit, she is reminded of the Bangladeshi people's strength, resilience, and fortitude.