Foreign Affairs Adviser Md Touhid Hossain reaffirmed Bangladesh's commitment to a balanced and pragmatic foreign policy, maintaining strong ties with both the United States and China while prioritizing national interests.
He dismissed concerns raised by the US regarding Bangladesh's growing engagement with China, stating there is "nothing for anyone to worry about" since Dhaka has deep relations with the US and extensive economic ties with China.
Hossain emphasized that the country's policy is rooted in mutual respect and constructive cooperation, and he expressed confidence that this balanced approach will be upheld by future governments. He noted that Bangladesh receives significant international attention relative to its size and maintains global visibility.
His remarks followed a statement from Brent Christensen, the nominee for US Ambassador to Bangladesh, who told the Senate Foreign Relations Committee that, if confirmed, he would work with Dhaka to strengthen ties while highlighting "the risks from Chinese activity" in the region.
Christensen also expressed US support for Bangladesh's journey toward a "bright and democratic future" and looked forward to working with both the current interim government and its democratically elected successor.
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