The below is attributable to U.S. Mission Spokesperson Poornima Rai:
U.S. Ambassador-Designate to Bangladesh Brent T. Christensen and his wife, Mrs. Deanne Dao, arrived at Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (HSIA), Dhaka, on January 12, 2026.
“It is an honor for me to serve the United States as the 19th Ambassador to Bangladesh. I look forward to strengthening the ties between our two countries to advance peace and prosperity in the region. My wife and I are thrilled to return to a country that holds many fond memories for us.” — Ambassador Brent T. Christensen.
Ambassador Brent T. Christensen’s Bio: https://bd.usembassy.gov/ambassador-brent-christensen/
