Bernicat expects ‘dramatically different’ Bangladesh, credible election

US Ambassador to Bangladesh Marcia Bernicat on Tuesday said she expects to see a dramatically different country -- more advanced and developed one -- when she will come to visit Bangladesh after her tenure.

"While I'll be sad to leave Bangladesh, I already know I'll return. When I'll come back to visit, I expect to see a dramatically different country," she said while delivering her speech at the US Independence Day reception.

The US Independence Day is on Wednesday July 04. This is Bernicat's last Independence Day celebration as the US Ambassador to Bangladesh.

She also America supports "non-violent, free, fair, and credible elections" that reflect the will of people, reports UNB.

"So as I conclude my time here in Bangladesh, I ask the government of Bangladesh and the people of Bangladesh for the same thing I ask of my own government and my own people," said the US envoy.

The US envoy said the wisdom and determination of Bangladeshi people created an independent, secular, and democratic nation, and 47 years later the same wisdom and determination launched the Bangabandhu Satellite into the space.

"I believe the same wisdom and determination will fulfil the dream of a Sonar Bangla for future generations," Bernicat said.

"The Bangabandhu-1 Satellite is a true testament to the remarkable will and innovation of the Bangladeshi people," she added.

Foreign Minister AH Mahmood Ali attended the programme as the chief guest. Planetary scientist and flight controller Dr Tess Caswell was also present.