US Under Secretary of State for Civilian Security, Democracy, and Human Rights, Uzra Zeya has again discussed the importance of free and fair elections and freedom of expression in Bangladesh.

She held a meeting with Foreign Secretary Masud Bin Momen on the sidelines of UNGA 78 in New York yesterday afternoon.

After the meeting, Zeya tweeted that she had productive conversation with Masud Bin Momen.

Productive conversation with Foreign Secretary Masud Bin Momen on the margins of #UNGA78. Appreciated meeting again to discuss the importance of free & fair elections, freedom of expression, and continued humanitarian support for Rohingya and communities that host them. pic.twitter.com/LFF0KUOADQ

— Under Secretary Uzra Zeya (@UnderSecStateJ) September 18, 2023

"Appreciated meeting again to discuss the importance of free and fair elections, freedom of expression, and continued humanitarian support for Rohingya and communities that host them," US Under Secretary Uzra Zeya tweeted.

In May this year, the US announced a visa policy, saying that it would deny visas to those who are involved in vote rigging and intimidation.

Zeya visited Bangladesh in July this year and called for free, fair and peaceful elections.

Later yesterday, US State Department Counsellor Derek Chollet also called on Foreign Minister AK Abdul Momen and discussed the bilateral cooperation.

"We discussed our cooperation on economic development and climate change and the importance of protecting freedom of expression and democracy," he tweeted.