US releases Bangladesh Human Rights Report

The US Department of State on Wednesday released the 2020 Country Reports on Human Rights Practices, an annual report required by US law.

Guided by the United Nations’ Universal Declarations on Human Rights and subsequent human rights treaties, the country reports do not draw legal conclusions, rate countries, or declare whether they failed to meet standards.

The United States is committed to a world in which human rights are protected, their defenders are celebrated, and those who commit human rights abuses are held accountable.

Promoting respect for human rights is not something we can do alone but is best accomplished working with our allies and partners across the globe, including Bangladesh.

President Biden is committed to a foreign policy that unites our democratic values with our diplomatic leadership, and one that is centered on the defense of democracy and the protection of human rights.

As the United States and Bangladesh discuss common challenges, promoting democracy, good governance, and human rights will remain paramount, as discussed by Secretary of State Blinken and Foreign Minister Momen in their February 21 phone call.

The United States and Bangladesh remain partners in addressing these matters together.