The US expects that Bangladesh fulfill its commitment to hold free, fair, credible and participatory elections that reflect the will of the Bangladeshi people.
USAID Administrator Mark A Green, who arrived in Dhaka on May 14, has highlighted the importance of preserving the rights of free speech and assembly as well as a free and independent press, before, during, and after the upcoming national voting later this year.
In reply to a question on BNP chief Khaleda Zia, who is now in jail and under a judicial process, he said “US government expects fair and systematic process will be followed”.
He was speaking to a selective group of journalists after wrapping up a 14-day tour at American Club today. He will be leaving for Myanmar, where he will raise the urgent need to take steps to end the Rohingya crisis.
- Courtesy — The Daily Star/ Thursday, May 17, 2017
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