US national security adviser speaks with Chief Adviser over phone

United States (US) National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan has spoken with Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus over phone.

During the phone call, he reiterated continued US support for the democratic process of Bangladesh.

The US national security adviser called the Bangladesh chief adviser on Monday (December 23) evening to discuss the issues of mutual interest, his press wing said today.

He appreciated the leadership of Prof Yunus in the past four and a half months after assuming the role of the Chief Adviser of the Interim Government on August 8, it said.

Jake Sullivan also lauded him for the progress that Bangladesh has already made in turning around the economy and for initiating vital political, election, and other reforms.

The national security adviser, as well, thanked the chief adviser for announcing the possible election dates, and he offered continued US support for the democratic process of the country.

During the phone call, they also discussed the overall development situation in the country.