The United States Senate has confirmed Brent Christensen as the next US Ambassador to Bangladesh, making him the 18th envoy to serve in Dhaka. Christensen, a senior Foreign Service officer, announced his confirmation on LinkedIn, expressing gratitude to President Donald Trump for the nomination. His appointment follows the tenure of Peter Haas, who served as ambassador from March 2022 to April 2024.

According to the US State Department, Christensen previously served at the US Embassy in Dhaka as Counselor for Political and Economic Affairs from 2019 to 2021. His prior experience in Bangladesh and long diplomatic career are expected to strengthen bilateral cooperation in trade, governance, and regional security. The confirmation comes at a time when Washington and Dhaka are navigating sensitive issues including labor rights, democratic governance, and Indo-Pacific strategy.

Christensen’s arrival is anticipated to reinvigorate diplomatic engagement between the two nations, with observers expecting renewed focus on economic collaboration and climate resilience. His posting underscores Washington’s continued interest in deepening ties with South Asia’s emerging economy.