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- US Special Envoy to South and Central Asia, Sergio Gor, arrived in Dhaka for a three-day visit.
- Gor is scheduled to hold high-level talks with Bangladesh's Prime Minister and Foreign Minister.
- The envoy will also visit the Rohingya refugee camps in Cox's Bazar.
U.S. Special Envoy to South and Central Asia, Ambassador Sergio Gor, arrived in Dhaka on Thursday afternoon for a significant three-day visit aimed at strengthening bilateral ties and addressing regional issues. The U.S. Embassy in Dhaka confirmed his arrival via a Facebook post, highlighting the importance of his trip.
During his stay, Ambassador Gor is slated to engage in high-level discussions with key Bangladeshi government officials. His itinerary includes meetings with Prime Minister Tarique Rahman and Foreign Minister Khalilur Rahman. These talks are expected to focus on enhancing the strategic partnership between the U.S. and Bangladesh, bolstering regional security, and deepening economic cooperation.
A crucial part of Ambassador Gor's visit will be his trip to the Rohingya refugee camps in Cox's Bazar. This visit underscores the U.S. commitment to addressing the ongoing humanitarian crisis and supporting efforts to find a sustainable solution for the displaced Rohingya population.
U.S. Ambassador to Bangladesh Brent Christensen expressed his delight at Gor's arrival, stating, "His visit will further strengthen U.S.-Bangladesh strategic partnership, regional security, and economic cooperation." The envoy's visit is anticipated to yield productive outcomes for both nations and the broader South and Central Asian region.
I am delighted to welcome Ambassador Sergio Gor, the US Special Envoy to South and Central Asia, to Bangladesh. His visit will further strengthen U.S.-Bangladesh strategic partnership, regional security, and economic cooperation.
Originally published by Daily Star. Summarized and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.