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US Secretary of State Rubio greets Bangladesh on Independence Day
Daily Sun Report, Dhaka
Published: 26 Mar 2026, 12:36 PM
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio. Photo: Collected
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has congratulated the people of Bangladesh on the occasion of the country's 56th Independence and National Day, reaffirming Washington’s commitment to strengthening bilateral ties and partnership.
In a press statement issued on 25 March, Rubio said, “On behalf of the United States of America, I congratulate the people of Bangladesh on your Independence Day.”
“This commemoration arrives as Bangladesh begins a new chapter in its history, following recent elections,” he said.
The US Secretary of State noted that the United States values its longstanding partnership with Bangladesh, anchored in a shared vision for a free, open, secure, and prosperous Indo-Pacific.
“We look forward to strengthening our economic and security partnership for the benefit of both of our people,” he added.
“As Bangladesh celebrates this momentous occasion, the United States remains committed to deepening our relationship and sends its warmest regards,” Rubio said.