US lauds Dhaka�s security measures
UNB
The US has appreciated governments efforts to ensure the safety and security of foreigners working and visiting Bangladesh, and mentioned that the intention of security message was to encourage US citizens to continue to exercise caution, reports UNB. The US Embassy has a legal obligation to look after the safety of US citizens in Bangladesh, which includes encouraging US citizens to remain vigilant, Embassy Spokesperson Nancy VanHorn said yesterday. About the security notices issued this weekend, she said the intention was to encourage US citizens to continue to exercise caution and the these notices were based on the original existing threat information and do not indicate a new threat. The notices were also aimed at informing our citizens about the government of Bangladeshs efforts to identify foreigners in the country in order to be better prepared to protect them, said the spokesperson.
Nancy also said the US Embassy is deeply grateful to the government of Bangladesh, and in particular to Bangladeshi law enforcement, for the extraordinary security measures that have been put in place over the last few weeks in response to the fatal attacks on two foreign nationals. Thanks to Bangladeshi law enforcement and the commitment of the government of Bangladesh, security has been improved for foreigners visiting or living in Bangladesh, she added.
