US values its ties with Bangladesh, India: Matthew Miller

The United States has said they value their relationship with both Bangladesh and India and will continue to work together on the shared interests.

"We value our relationship with both Bangladesh and India. We will continue to work with both countries’ governments to pursue our shared interests, including to ensure a free, open, secure, and prosperous Indo-Pacific region," said US Department of State spokesperson Matthew Miller.

He made the remarks when a questioner wanted to know about the so-called "India Out" campaign in the region at a media briefing on Monday in Washington.

"So we are aware of the reports of this campaign. I’m obviously not going to comment on any individual consumers’ decisions, whether it’s in Bangladesh or anywhere around the world," Miller said.

Responding to a question about Nobel Laureate Dr Muhammad Yunus, Miller said, "You have heard me speak before about the US government’s concerns surrounding the cases against Muhammad Yunus, including that they could represent a potential misuse of Bangladesh’s laws to harass and intimidate the doctor."

The US State Department spokesperson said Ambassador Peter Haas simply reiterated those comments, acting in his capacity as the US government’s highest-ranking representative in Bangladesh.