Remarks by Chargé d’Affaires, a.i. Helen LaFave At the World Press Freedom Day Commemoration

The United Nations General Assembly declared May 3 as a day to celebrate the fundamental principles of press freedom, to evaluate press freedom around the world, to defend the media from attacks on its independence, and to pay tribute to journalists who have lost their lives practicing their profession. 

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Ambassador’s Speech to International Business Forum of Bangladesh

Good afternoon and thank you to the leadership of the International Business Forum of Bangladesh for organizing this event and for having me here today.  I am delighted to have the opportunity to speak with you today. Your vision of creating a climate where decisions at all levels are more transparent in order to build …

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Remarks by U.S. Embassy Dhaka’s Regional Refugee Coordinator Ms. Mackenzie Rowe on “Rohingya Crisis: The Pathways to Repatriation”

Five years after nearly a million Rohingya were driven from their homes in Burma, we find ourselves at a crossroads. In 2017, as the genocide unfolded ( in Burma), Bangladesh showed us all the meaning of generosity, of compassion, and of a shared sense of humanity. When others closed their eyes—and borders—to victims of violence …

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Rohingya Crisis – Five Years On: Joint Statement by Embassies and High Commissions in Dhaka

Today, five years on, we reflect on the horrific events of August and September 2017 that forced around 800,000 Rohingya to flee from their homes in Myanmar to seek refuge in Bangladesh. We remain deeply grateful to the Government of Bangladesh and people of Bangladesh for their generosity and continuing hosting of Rohingya refugees.

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Remarks by U.S. Ambassador Peter Haas at National Launch of e-Learning Platform “Politics Matters”

Assalamu alaikum, Nomoshkar, and a very good morning. I am so pleased to welcome such an array of leaders from various political parties gathered in the same room. I have had the opportunity to sit down with many of you already – and I will continue to meet with politicians of all political parties as …

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Remarks of Ambassador Miller at the Moderna Vaccine Delivery Dhaka, Bangladesh

As prepared. As-salamu alaikum. Two air deliveries from the United States, one tonight and another in about eight hours, are bringing 2.5 million doses of Moderna vaccine to Bangladesh. This is a gift, at no cost, from the American people.  We share these vaccines with the singular objective of saving lives.  Because it is the right thing to do.  It is what Americans do in times of need.  When …

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Delivery of U.S.-donated Vaccines through COVAX: U.S. Applauds the Shipment of Moderna Vaccines to Bangladesh 

The United States is the largest donor to the COVAX global initiative for equitable global COVID-19 vaccine access.  This second shipment of donated vaccines builds on over $84 million in COVID-19 response assistance to Bangladesh. Dhaka, July 3, 2021 — Ambassador Earl R. Miller greeted the arrival of the United States’ gift from the American people …

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Ambassador Miller: Remarks during the Launch of iCAN Foundation’s “Unite for Change: End Human Trafficking” Online Workshop

Dhaka, Bangladesh March 21, 2021 As prepared. As-salamu alaykum. Good evening, everyone.  Thank you, Ayreen, for the kind introduction. It’s an honor to join all of you to kick-off the “Unite for Change:  End Human Trafficking” workshop.  iCAN Foundation and the team at the U.S. Embassy and American Corner Chittagong have put together an impressive …

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Remarks by Ambassador Linda Thomas-Greenfield UN General Assembly Commemorative Meeting for Intl Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination

Ambassador Linda Thomas-Greenfield U.S. Representative to the United Nations New York, New York March 19, 2021 AS DELIVERED Thank you, Mr. President. Thank you for convening us to commemorate this important day. And I thank the Secretary-General, Madam High Commissioner, and Dr. Iweala, for your leadership in pressing us all to do more toward the …

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Ambassador Miller’s Remarks at Official Launch of ShareAmerica Bangla Website

What a pleasure to join you today to celebrate International Mother Language Day—one day early before the long holiday weekend begins.  I’m happy to see familiar faces, including some of our U.S. government exchange program alumni, a diverse group of media outlets, as well as our dear colleagues from the Embassy to share this exciting …

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Ambassador Earl Miller’s Remarks at the Handover Event of Donated U.S. Manufactured Ventilators to Bangladesh at Kurmitola General Hospital, Dhaka

As-salamu alaykum. Good day. I would like to thank the Honorable Minister, our Government of Bangladesh partners, our heroic health care workers and members of the media for joining us today.

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Remarks by Deputy Secretary of State Stephen Biegun

I am pleased to be here to celebrate yet the latest chapter of cooperation between the United States and Bangladesh, a relationship that dates back many decades and has bound the Bangladeshi people and the American people most closely together over these many years.

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Secretary Michael R. Pompeo At a Press Availability

On behalf of the United States, I want to extend our deepest condolences to all those who were affected by the massive explosion at the port of Beirut yesterday.

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Ambassador Miller’s Remarks Bangladesh UN Network on Migration Human Trafficking in Bangladesh: Interactive Webinar on the World Day Against TIP

There is a wonderfully forgiving phrase used frequently in Southern Africa when there are far too many distinguished guests to properly recognize:  All protocols observed. 

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Ambassador Miller’s Remarks at Virtual Launch of USAID Urban Poor At-Risk Food Assistance Program

Around the world, heroic people are working tirelessly to prevent the spread of COVID-19, to help treat those who are infected, and to support us all in meeting these daunting challenges.  

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Ambassador Miller’s Remarks at Virtual Counterterrorism Conference for Regional Criminal Justice Officials in Manila

Good day, everyone.  As-salamu alaykum. Warm greetings from Dhaka. There’s a wonderfully forgiving phrase I used in southern Africa when there were far too many distinguished dignitaries to properly recognize:  all protocols observed. But I would like to thank Ambassador Kim and his team for hosting this important workshop.  And thank all participants.  What an …

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Ambassador Miller’s Remarks at COVID-19 Doctors Training; New USAID Funding Announcement

Assalamualaikum, suvechha sobaike and a very good morning. 

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Ambassador Miller’s Remarks at Official Launch Ceremony for Online COVID-19 Course for Doctors

Assalamualaikum. Greetings, all.  Ramadan Mubarak. To those observing Ramadan I wish you and your families all the blessings of the holy month.  During these trying times, the values at the heart of Ramadan and Islam – compassion, gratitude, and generosity – are more important than ever.

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Secretary of State Pompeo’s Message on Ramadan, 2020

On behalf of the American people, I extend my best wishes to Muslim communities in the United States and around the world as they mark the start of the holy month of Ramadan. Ramadan is a time of introspection, service, and compassion

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Ambassador Miller Urges AmCham Members to Show Leadership in Handling Covid-19 Pandemic

Hello everyone. I’m Earl Miller, U.S. Ambassador to Bangladesh. Thank you for joining our virtual town hall meeting for members of the American Chamber of Commerce in Bangladesh. Since the outbreak of COVID-19, I have been hosting regular virtual town halls to speak directly to American citizens and friends in Bangladesh about assistance the Embassy …

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Ambassador Miller’s Message to U.S Citizens

A special message for American citizens in Bangladesh from Ambassador Miller. While U.S. Embassy Dhaka remains open, like many Embassy staff, Ambassador Miller is practicing social distancing by working from home. In his message, Ambassador Miller reminds all American citizens to register for the STEP program at https://step.state.gov/ to receive the latest updates.

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Ambassador Miller Shares a Special Message on Bangladesh’s 49th Independence Day

On behalf of the people of the United States of America, I wish to congratulate the people of Bangladesh on your 49th anniversary of independence.  I also extend my best wishes as you commemorate the centennial of the birth of Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, “Father of the Nation,” ahead of your 2021 Golden Jubilee.

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Ambassador Miller’s Message to U.S. Citizens in Bangladesh

Dear Fellow American Citizens in Bangladesh, These are challenging times.  Nations around the world, including Bangladesh and the United States, are working together to combat the COVID-19 pandemic.  We are all in this fight together. 

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Remarks by President Trump, Vice President Pence, and Members of the Coronavirus Task Force in Press Briefing

This afternoon, we’re announcing new guidelines for every American to follow over the next 15 days as we combat the virus.  Each and every one of us has a critical role to play in stopping the spread and transmission of the virus. 

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Ambassador Miller’s Press Statement Announcing JRP 2020 Funding

March 4, 2020 As-salamu Alaykum.  Thank you all for being here. Yesterday in Geneva,  at the launch of the 2020 Joint Response Plan for the Rohingya humanitarian crisis, the United States announced more than $59 million in additional humanitarian assistance for Rohingya refugees and host communities in Bangladesh, and internally displaced Rohingya and members of …

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RTV-VOA Workshop for Journalists on “Indo-Pacific Strategy: An Overview for Journalists”

The United States’ foreign direct investment in Bangladesh and total foreign direct investments in the Indo-Pacific totals nearly $1 trillion – we are committed to upholding freedom of the seas.  The United States has defended human rights and fundamental freedoms and championed free, fair, and reciprocal trade in the region, as you all know, for …

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Remarks by Ambassador Miller – New USG Contribution to Rohingya Crisis

Facebook Live Wednesday, September 25, 2019 Good morning from the United States Embassy in Dhaka!  I’m Ambassador Earl Miller, and I’m pleased to have a chance to speak directly with you and the U.S. Embassy’s nearly seven million Facebook followers. I’m coming to you live via Facebook because today is an important day for the …

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U.S. Ambassador Earl R. Miller’s Opening Remarks at the EducationUSA South Asia Fall Tour 2019

September 7, 2019 – It’s a pleasure to join you today for the first EducationUSA Fair in Bangladesh in four years!  Dhaka is the first stop in the EducationUSA South Asia Fall Tour 2019, which includes Nepal, Sri Lanka, and Pakistan. EducationUSA is a U.S. Department of State network of over 425 international student advising …

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Ambassador Miller’s Remarks at the Book Launch of Narratives of Gender Diversity Dhaka University

As delivered. Assalamualaikum.  Nomoshakar.  Honorable faculty of Dhaka University, distinguished guests, ladies and gentlemen – Good Afternoon.  I am truly honored to be here to celebrate academic research and Dr. Nasreen’s book Narratives of Gender Diversity. As a Fulbright Fellow alumna, recently returned from Rice University in Texas –there is a huge Bangladeshi-American community in …

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The United States of America Celebrates Its 243rd Independence Day

Today marks the 243rd celebration of U.S. Independence.  Ambassador to Bangladesh Earl R. Miller and the U.S. Embassy in Dhaka celebrated the occasion July 3 with a National Day event.  The Honorable Minister of Agriculture Abdur Razzaque attended the event as the chief guest and representative of the Government of Bangladesh.  Ambassador Miller opened the …

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Ambassador Earl Miller Meets with The American Chamber of Commerce in Bangladesh (AmCham) Business Leaders

The strength of the U.S. private sector is one of our country’s core competitive advantages.  I am proud that the United States is the single biggest market for Bangladeshi exports and the largest investor in Bangladesh.  U.S. companies are bringing some of the best and most innovative technologies to this country.

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Remarks By Ambassador Earl R. Miller After Meeting CEC

The United States encourages the Government of Bangladesh to hold, as the Honorable Prime Minister has said, “free, fair, and credible elections”. We’re concerned about the recent incidents of violence in 18 districts throughout the country.  Everyone, no matter the political party or sentiment, should act peacefully and responsibly.  All sides must eschew violence.  Violence …

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Remarks for the U.S. Independence Day Program BY US Ambassador Marcia Bernicat

Welcome to the U.S. Embassy and happy early 4th of July!  Tomorrow, Americans all over the world will celebrate this holiday with family and friends.  As many of you know, this is my last Independence Day celebration as the U.S. Ambassador to Bangladesh.  I could not be more grateful to have all of you here …

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Secretary of State Pompeo Delivers Remarks at the 2018 Trafficking in Persons Report Launch Ceremony

SECRETARY POMPEO: Welcome, everyone to the State Department. We are incredibly proud to be hosting this event today. I want to thank Ivanka Trump for joining us at this event for the second year in a row now. Your personal engagement with this issue matters an awful lot. It illustrates the administration’s complete commitment to and …

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Remarks by Acting Under Secretary Nauert at Bangladesh’s National Day Reception, Embassy of Bangladesh, Washington, D.C.

Good evening, it is my pleasure and honor to be here celebrating Bangladesh’s national Independence Day. Thank you for your very kind introduction Ambassador Ziauddin. It is wonderful to see you again.  Your many years of service to your nation are a credit to you and the skill of the diplomats of the Bangladesh Foreign …

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American International University Bangladesh Convocation 2018

What an honor it is to be with all of you at the 18th Convocation of American International University Bangladesh to celebrate the accomplishments of today’s graduates and to commend the dedication and commitment of AIUB’s esteemed faculty, staff, administration, and, of course, the parents, guardians and family members who worked endlessly; who put in …

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American Center Pop-Up

I am excited to be at NSU today to launch our first American Center Pop-Up of 2018!  Thank you all for welcoming Deputy Assistant Secretary Rosenblum, my staff, and me to your campus. We chose to come to NSU because we know all of you, like so many American university students and faculty, value life-long …

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REMARKS BY DEPUTY ASSISTANT SECRETARY OF STATE DAN ROSENBLUM ON “THE UNITED STATES AND THE INDO-PACIFIC REGION”

Thank you Major General Rahman for that introduction and thank you to the Bangladesh Institute of International and Strategic Studies for hosting this event today.  I’m grateful for the opportunity to talk about the U.S. vision for a peaceful and prosperous Indo-Pacific region, and to do so here in Dhaka is a great honor.  Our …

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U.S. Ambassador Marcia Bernicat’s Remarks at the American Alumni Association (AAA) Awards Dinner

Embassy of the United States of America  Public Affairs Section  Tel: 880-2-5566-2000  Fax: 880-2-9881677, 9885688  E-mail:  DhakaPA@state.gov   Website:  https://bd.usembassy.gov U.S. Ambassador Marcia Bernicat’s Remarks at the American Alumni Association (AAA) Awards Dinner Dhaka, November 24, 2017 Dr. Gowher Rizvi, Adviser to the Prime Minister on International Affairs; Mr. Md. Shahriar Alam, M.P., State Minister for Foreign …

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Ambassador Bernicat’s Remarks on Advancing Women Leadership & Participation for Inclusive Elections

On behalf of the United States Government, I’m delighted to be here today to recognize the importance of women’s participation in Bangladesh’s democratic development.  I’d like to thank the Chief Election Commissioner, Mr. K.M. Nurul Huda, and senior political leaders for their support and for their commitment to strengthening Bangladesh’s democracy.

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Ambassador Bernicat’s Remarks at the Inaugural Event of the Bangladesh Incident Management System (BIMS) Two Day Introductory Workshop

On behalf of the United States Embassy in Bangladesh, I am honored to be here to help launch such an important effort. We know that our two countries benefit when we work together to solve and overcome obstacles. Our ability to respond and adapt to natural disasters is one of those challenges. By sharing and …

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Ambassador Bernicat’s Remarks at Apparel Summit

In the past, you have heard me start with praise for all the successes that the RMG sector in Bangladesh has made in recent years, and they are remarkable. But my message today is that responses from the United States will largely depend on what happens here in Bangladesh. And this is about the future, …

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Ambassador Bernicat’s Remarks on China, India & the U.S. in Bangladesh

I am very happy to be here because academic engagements like today’s seminar are an important part of people-to-people ties. I welcome the open atmosphere for the exchange of ideas that often lead to better, more informed, and more effective public policies. I also welcome the start of IUB’s new Global Studies and Governance Program. …

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Ambassador Bernicat’s Remarks at DIU Foundation Day Ceremony

January 28, 2017: One of the strongest connections between Bangladesh and the United States is our profound respect for education, commitment to teaching, and passion for learning. An exceptional education can change and improve a person’s life. An exceptional university can change and improve a community. DIU is an exceptional university with a mission to …

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Ambassador Bernicat’s Remarks on the Nari Uddug Kendra Grand Gala Celebration Ceremony to Award “WOMEN LEAD WORLD” Honor

I am so pleased to be with all you this evening as we celebrate Nari Uddug Kendra’s accomplishments. For 25 years – a quarter century! – Nari Uddug Kendra has devoted itself to promoting gender equality and human rights and by fostering the personal and political empowerment of women and girls.

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Joint Statement of the Fifth U.S.-Bangladesh Partnership Dialogue

The Governments of the United States and Bangladesh, led respectively by U.S. Under Secretary of State for Political Affairs Thomas Shannon and Bangladesh Foreign Secretary Shahidul Haque, convened the fifth annual Partnership Dialogue on June 23-24, 2016, in Washington, D.C. Both sides highlighted the growing bilateral ties between Bangladesh and the United States and reaffirmed …

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Remarks by U.S. Ambassador Marcia Bernicat for World Environment Day

I am very happy to be here with the students of Independent University Bangladesh to celebrate World Environment Day. Environmental problems respect no borders. Addressing them and achieving sustainable management of natural resources worldwide requires the cooperation and commitment of all countries. This is a real opportunity to generate positive environmental action in the coming …

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Op-Ed by Ambassador Bernicat on Press freedom Day

Today, we celebrate World Press Freedom Day. Established by the United Nations, it offers us an opportunity to celebrate the essential role that press freedom plays in democracy. As President Obama said, World Press Freedom Day is “a time for us to reflect and honor all those journalists who are languishing in jail as we …

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Remarks by Ambassador Marcia Bernicat at the Launch of USAID’s Enhanced Coastal Fisheries in Bangladesh

Over the past two decades, Bangladesh has made tremendous progress in developing its natural resources for the benefit of its people. Since 1997, the U.S. Government and Government of Bangladesh have partnered to establish collaborative management—or co-management—systems for protected forests and wetlands, including the precious Sundarbans mangrove forest.

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Remarks by Ambassador Marcia Bernicat at the Closing Ceremony of the Cooperation Afloat Readiness and Training (CARAT) 2015

It is an honor to be here today at Issa Khan and to see our strong bilateral relationship at work between the Bangladesh Navy and the United States Navy. I recently participated in the fourth annual U.S.-Bangladesh Bilateral Security Dialogue, where our governments reviewed the successes of our security cooperation and discussed ways in which …

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Remarks by Charge d’affaires David Meale at the 2015 Disaster Response Exercise and Exchange (DREE) Closing Ceremony

On behalf of Ambassador Marcia Bernicat, I want to thank you for inviting me here today to close the most important Disaster Response Exercise and Exchange (DREE) we have ever executed in Bangladesh. I have been paying close attention to the planning and execution of this DREE, and I can say it is the most …

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Remarks by Ambassador Marcia Bernicat at the USAID Food for Peace Program

Over the past forty-five years, Bangladesh has made tremendous progress in improving the food security of its people. We have witnessed remarkable gains in agricultural productivity to the point where Bangladesh is now almost self-sufficient in rice production. Extreme poverty has decreased over the years, and as a result of greater access to health care, …

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