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 250^th 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.