Ambassador Dailey Meets With Home Adviser Matin

U.S. State Department Coordinator for Counterterrorism Ambassador Dell L. Dailey had a positive and productive meeting with Home Adviser M.A. Matin today. More

Ambassador Dailey Meets With Law Adviser Hassan Ariff

U.S. State Department Coordinator for Counterterrorism Ambassador Dell L. Dailey had a positive and productive meeting with Law Adviser A.F. Hassan Ariff today. More

U.S. Assistant Secretary Boucher And Ambassador Dailey Meet With Foreign Secretary Touhid

Assistant Secretary of State for South and Central Asian Affairs Richard Boucher and U.S. State Department Coordinator for Counterterrorism Dell L. Dailey joined Ambassador James F. Moriarty to meet with Foreign Secretary Mr. Touhid Hossain today. More

U.S. Government Provides US$100,000 to Ensure Food Supply in the Chittagong Hill Tracts

The United States Government has provided US $100,000 as an emergency response to alleviate the suffering of the people in the Chittagong Hill Tracts caused by a severe rat infestation and devastation of key food sources. More | In Bangla

Ambassador Moriarty Meets With Foreign Adviser

Ambassador James F. Moriarty called on Foreign Affairs Adviser Iftekhar Chowdhury today as part of his initial courtesy calls in Bangladesh. Ambassador Moriarty and Adviser Chowdhury held an open discussion on a wide range of topics of bilateral interest. More

Ambassador James F. Moriarty Arrives In Dhaka

DHAKA, APRIL 10 -- Ambassador-Designate James F. Moriarty arrived in Dhaka today. Following are his remarks made upon his arrival at Zia International Airport, Dhaka:

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My wife, Lauren, and I are delighted to be in Bangladesh.

It is an honor and privilege for me to serve as Ambassador of the United States of America to Bangladesh. I look forward to learning more about Bangladesh and its people and helping Bangladeshis understand the United States better. The United States is a steadfast friend of the Bangladesh people and Lauren and I look forward to living here.

I would like to thank you for the warm welcome. I look forward to getting to know you and your country. In Bangla

New U.S. Ambassador Arrives Thursday

James F. Moriarty

Ambassador-Designate to the People’s Republic of Bangladesh, James F. Moriarty, will arrive in Dhaka on Thursday, April 10th. Ambassador Moriarty was nominated by the President on September 5, 2007 and confirmed by the United States Senate on March 13, 2008. Ambassador Moriarty was sworn-in by Secretary of State Rice in Washington on March 26. His updated biography and photo are attached. Biography | In Bangla

Chargé d’Affaires a.i. Meets with Local Religious Leaders

CDA, a.i. Geeta Pasi reviewing English course materials during an informal meeting with religious leaders participating in an Embassy-sponsored English language program

On April 2, Chargé d’Affaires a.i. Geeta Pasi met with 20 religious leaders participating in an Embassy-funded English language program run by the Language Proficiency Center in Dhaka. During this informal meeting, the Chargé and religious leaders discussed a range of topics from life in the U.S., the value of learning English as well as the development of madrassa education in Bangladesh. The religious leaders told the Chargé that their English has improved a great deal as a result of this program. Some noted that they are now speaking English at home and encouraging their children to improve their English. This program is conducted in close coordination with the Access Micro Scholarship Program focusing on madrassa students. In its second year, almost 100 religious leaders and madrassa teachers from more than a dozen mosques and madrassas have received English language training.

U.S. Army Pacific Deputy Commanding General Visits Bangladesh

U.S. Army Pacific Command Deputy Commander Major General Patrick D. Wilson completed a two-day visit to Bangladesh today. More | In Bangla

State Department Releases 2007 Human Rights Report

In every region of the world, men and women are working peacefully, and often at great risk to themselves and their families, to secure human rights and fundamental freedoms, to follow their consciences and speak their minds without fear, to choose those who would govern them and to hold their leaders accountable and to achieve equal justice under the law. More | Remarks by Acting Assistant Secretary Farrar | 2007 Human Rights Report | Bangladesh Section (English - Bangla)

 

U.S. Chargé D’Affaires, A.I. Meets Leaders of Human Rights Organizations

CDA, a.i. Geeta Pasi meeting with the leaders of human rights organizations

Geeta Pasi, Charge d’Affaires a.i. of the U.S. Embassy in Dhaka, met today with leaders of various Bangladeshi human rights organizations to thank them for their work and to exchange views on the upcoming elections and status of human rights in the country. More

 

 

 

Visit Of The U.S. Ambassador To The UN Agencies In Rome Concludes

Ambassador Gaddi Vasquez, the eighth U.S. Representative to the United Nations Organizations in Rome, completed his visit to Bangladesh today. More | In Bangla

USG To Provide 90,000 Metric Tons Of Food Aid To Bangladesh In 2008

The United States Government will provide approximately 90,000 metric tons of food aid worth $67.8 million to Bangladesh this year. More | In Bangla

United States Marines, Bangladesh Army And Navy Complete Construction Of Schools In Bagerhat

U.S. Marines with the III Marine Expeditionary Force, based in Okinawa, Japan, along with Bangladesh Army and Navy personnel recently completed construction of two schools in Mongla Upazila. More | In Bangla

U.S. Representative To The U.N. Organizations In Rome To Arrive In Dhaka

Ambassador Gaddi Vasquez, the eighth U.S. Representative to the United Nations Organizations in Rome, arrives in Bangladesh tomorrow. More | In Bangla

U.S. Chargé D’affaires, A.I. Meets with Jatiya Party

Geeta Pasi, the U.S. Chargé d’Affaires, a.i., met with Jatiya Party Chairman Lt. Gen. (Ret’d.) Hussain Muhammed Ershad and other Jatiya party leaders today.... More

James Francis Moriarty Confirmed by U.S. Senate

The United States Senate confirmed James Francis Moriarty, of Massachusetts, a Career Member of the Senior Foreign Service, Class of Minister-Counselor, to be Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the United States of America to the People's Republic of Bangladesh.... More

U.S. Chargé D’affaires, A.I. Meets with Political Leaders

Geeta Pasi, the U.S. Chargé d’Affaires, a.i., met today with Awami League Acting President Zillur Rahman and former BNP Finance Minister Saifur Rahman. The meetings were also attended by other party leaders. Ms. Pasi intends to meet with other political leaders over the next few weeks... More

Remarks By Geeta Pasi, U.S. Chargé D’affaires, A.I. at the 50th Anniversary Celebration for VOA

VOA has been the world’s window onto the United States.  VOA conveys the essence of America’s political, religious, cultural and social richness and diversity to millions of people around the world, including to those who may never have met an American... More

Speech By Geeta Pasi, U.S. Chargé D’affaires, A.I. at  the Opening Ceremony of U.S. Trade Fair

The wide range of industries represented by the exhibitors today reflects the breadth and depth of U.S. and Bangladeshi commercial interaction.  In areas such as energy production, industrial equipment, banking, research, medical services, education, and relief organizations, the partnership of U.S. and Bangladeshi companies is vital to the economic advancement of this country... More

Speech By Geeta Pasi, U.S. Chargé D’affaires, A.I. at the U.S. Trade Show

American companies continue to play a vital role in sustaining Bangladesh’s economic growth.  They are leading participants in all sectors of the economy.  American energy companies help fuel the economy... More

U.S. Interagency Team Conducts Damage Assessment In Two Sidr-Affected Areas Of Bangladesh

Two Interagency Assessment Teams (IAT) composed of representatives from the U.S. Department of State, U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) and the U.S. Department of Defense, completed cyclone Sidr damage assessments in five upazilas in the Khulna and Barisal Divisions. More | In Bangla

U.S. And Bangladesh Military: Buffalo Exercise

Buffalo Exercises are an annual series of military training exercise between Bangladesh Forces and the U.S. Military which has been going on for several years now. More | In Bangla

Address By Ms. Geeta Pasi, Chargé D’affaires, A.I. Cotton Council International License Award Ceremony Dhaka

Cotton is one of the top U.S. exports to Bangladesh, so I’m happy to recognize today two Bangladesh firms for their commitment to maintaining the high production standards required for a COTTON USA license.. More

James F. Moriarty Ambassador Designate To Bangladesh

Testimony To The Senate Foreign Relations Committee. It is a great honor to appear before you as President Bush’s nominee to serve as Ambassador to Bangladesh." More | Hearing Transcript

Address by Ms. Denise Rollins, Chargé d’ Affaires, a.i. at IBFB Annual General Meeting

"The government’s election preparations, its anti-corruption campaign, and its efforts to reform rules and regulations all impact investors." More

Speech by Denise Rollins Chargé d’Affaires, a.i. at Company Launch of Venture Investment Partners Bangladesh Ltd. (VIPB)

"It is a pleasure to be here tonight to congratulate Venture Investment Partners Bangladesh Limited on its launch, and to celebrate its vision as the first venture capital company in Bangladesh to target the needs of small and medium enterprises." More

2008 State Of The Union Address By The President

"Seven years have passed since I first stood before you at this rostrum." More

Eid-Ul Azha Message CDA a.i. Geeta Pasi

"At this very special time of year, it is my pleasure to send greetings to those in Bangladesh preparing to celebrate Eid-ul Azha. During this season, we are reminded of the fundamental tenets of Islam, notably obedience, sacrifice and charity towards those less fortunate. It is a time of great joy and celebration as families and friends gather to exchange greetings and share special foods. I look forward to celebrating with you." More | (Audio) | In Bangla

U.S. Visa Fee Increase

Effective January 1, 2008, the U.S. visa fee will be increased. The application fee for a U.S. nonimmigrant visa will increase from $100 to $131 and fees for immigrant visas will increase by $20, to $355. More

President George W. Bush nominates James F. Moriarty to be Ambassador to Bangladesh

The President has nominated James F. Moriarty, of Massachusetts, to be Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the United States of America to the People's Republic of Bangladesh. More

Standard Chartered Bank To Assume Non-Immigrant Visa Fee Collection Responsibilities For The U.S. Embassy

The Embassy of the United States of America in Bangladesh is pleased to announce that effective Monday, July 2, 2007, Standard Chartered Bank, Bangladesh will take over the fee collection responsibilities for non-immigrant visa fees ($100 in Taka equivalent). Non-immigrant visa fees will no longer be accepted at Citibank, N.A.  More

New U.S. Embassy Policies Help Student Visa Applicants

U.S. Embassies around the world are working hard to help foreign students fulfill their goals of studying in the United States. Now, students applying for initial-entry visas can be issued their visas up to 120 days before their academic program start date. More

U.S. Student Visas: Advice And Information

The U.S. Embassy welcomes students from Bangladesh who aim to pursue higher education at American institutions. We welcome undergraduate students, and especially those who have gained admission to Masters and PhD programs. More

Family Photographs And Applications For U.S. Visas

Persons seeking U.S. visas may need to provide evidence of their family relationships. This is especially true for immigration visas (including DV) and other visas that involve family members applying together. More