US backs no political force in BD political race: Mozena

Outgoing US Ambassador Dan W Mozena on Saturday said his country backs no political force in Bangladesh’s political race as it focuses on deepening partnership between the two countries. ‘I don’t know what to say about that. America backs no force in the political race. That’s for you, the people of Bangladesh to sort out,’ he said. The US diplomat made the remark at a pre-departure press conference at the American Club at Gulshan in the city. Asked about the most significant achievement during his three-year tenure, Mozena said it would definitely be ‘institutionalising’ the partnership if someone looks at it from the US’ perspective. ‘Because, it’s now bigger than any individual person…it has its own structure. We’ve four forums working to keep on pushing this partnership. That’s a huge accomplishment,’ he said. Asked whether it is true he is not going to have a farewell meeting with Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, Mozena said, ‘I’ve no idea. I’ve not finished my appointments yet. I’m still doing appointments today and continuing tomorrow,’ he responded to another question, according to a news agency.