The American Chamber of Commerce in Bangladesh (AmCham)
and the U.S. Embassy in Bangladesh, jointly hosted a commemorative event at the
Sheraton, Dhaka, celebrating the 250th anniversary of U.S.
independence, a press release said.
The milestone highlighted two and a half centuries of
American freedom and reaffirmed the enduring U.S.–Bangladesh partnership,
underscoring strong bilateral ties and shared commitment to economic
cooperation and people-to-people engagement.
In his welcome remarks, Syed Mohammad Kamal, President of
AmCham, emphasized opportunities to expand bilateral trade and investment and
reiterated AmCham’s commitment to strengthening the business environment for
U.S. investors.
H.E. Brent T. Christensen, U.S. Ambassador to Bangladesh,
reaffirmed the United States’ commitment to deepening economic collaboration
and recognized AmCham’s role in advancing commercial ties.
Mahdi Amin, Adviser and Spokesperson to the Prime
Minister’s Office, highlighted Bangladesh’s investment potential, ongoing
reforms, and commitment to policy stability and a business-friendly
environment, encouraging U.S. investment across key sectors leading to
technology transfer and employment generation.
The event also featured a cultural segment showcasing
American music, reflecting shared values and cultural exchange between the two
nations.
The program concluded with a vote of thanks from Ala
Ahmad, Vice President of AmCham and CEO of MetLife Bangladesh, expressing
appreciation to all partners and participants.
Moderated by Paul Frost, Commercial Counsellor, U.S.
Embassy in Dhaka and Reza Ur Rahman Mahmud, Treasurer of AmCham, the event
brought together senior government officials, diplomats, business leaders, and
media, reflecting the depth and diversity of the U.S.–Bangladesh partnership.
