BM Desk:
In a formal communication, Steven Kobos, Chair of the Board of Directors, and Ambassador (retd) Atul Keshap, President of the US-Bangladesh Business Council, conveyed their heartfelt congratulations to Sheikh Hasina on securing her reelection as the Prime Minister of Bangladesh. The congratulatory message, sent in a letter addressed to the esteemed Bangladesh premier, expressed warm wishes on behalf of the entire US-Bangladesh Business Council.
Steven Kobos, who also holds the position of President and CEO of Accelerate Energy, and Ambassador Atul Keshap, serving as Senior Vice President at the South Asia-US Chamber of Commerce, lauded Sheikh Hasina’s leadership for steering the nation towards the realization of the Sonar Bangla vision envisioned by Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman.
In their letter, Kobos and Keshap highlighted Bangladesh’s commendable standing on the global platform, citing it as a paradigm of human-centric development. They attributed this success to Sheikh Hasina’s dedication and the nation’s collective talent and entrepreneurship, further emphasizing the role of policies that facilitate economic growth.
The leaders expressed eagerness on behalf of the US-Bangladesh Business Council and the private sector in the United States to sustain their robust collaboration with the government and people of Bangladesh. They pledged to uphold this collaboration through constructive consultations and engagements, aiming to contribute to the continued growth of a Smart Bangladesh.
Kobos and Keshap underscored their commitment to advancing the partnership between the Bangladeshi and American people. They articulated their anticipation of playing a role in the remarkable growth story of Bangladesh, emphasizing the importance of thoughtful partnership and cooperation to propel the nation forward in its journey of economic and social development.

