Bangladesh interim government chief adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus on Monday reaffirmed the government鈥檚 unwavering commitment to combating terrorism, declaring that Bangladesh will not allow any extremist groups to operate within its borders.
鈥楥ombating terrorism is our top priority. We have zero tolerance for terrorism in Bangladesh. We will exert every effort to eliminate terrorists from our soil,鈥� said the chief adviser.
Professor Yunus made these remarks during a meeting with U S Charge d鈥檃ffaires Tracey Ann Jacobson at the State Guest House Jamuna in Dhaka.
During the 40-minute meeting, they discussed matters of mutual interest, including the ongoing tariff negotiations between Bangladesh and the United States.
Charge d鈥檃ffaires Jacobson reiterated her government鈥檚 support for Bangladesh鈥檚 reform efforts and its democratic transition, which is expected to culminate in national elections early next year.
The chief adviser also shared updates on the work of the National Consensus-Building Commission, which is striving to bring political parties together around key reforms.
鈥業 believe the commission is doing an excellent job. The members, led by Professor Ali Riaz, are working diligently,鈥� he added.
