US National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan spoke with Chief Adviser Prof Muhammad Yunus, and both leaders expressed their "commitment to respecting and protecting the human rights" of all people, regardless of religion.

Sullivan reiterated the United States’ support for a "prosperous, stable and democratic" Bangladesh, according to a readout shared by the White House on December 23 (US time).

He offered the United States’ continued support in meeting the challenges Bangladesh faces.

Sullivan thanked Chief Adviser Dr Yunus for his leadership of Bangladesh during a challenging period.