Economic Adviser Salehuddin Ahmed has stated that Tulsi Gabbard’s comments will not impact economic relations between Bangladesh and the United States. He emphasized that Bangladesh’s economy is no longer on the brink of collapse; instead, it is making a strong recovery. “Many are now looking at Bangladesh with interest. While some issues remain, the overall situation is satisfactory,” he said. The government is progressing towards the goal of LDC graduation by 2026, and logistical bottlenecks in goods clearance have been resolved. “Businesses often attempt to manipulate systems, but we are working to maintain control,” he added.