Dhaka, Aug. 16 -- Charge d'Affaires Tracey Ann Jacobson at the US Embassy in Dhaka pledged on Thursday that the United States would extend its fullest support towards strengthening the independence of the judiciary in Bangladesh.

She made the commitment during a courtesy call on the Chief Justice Dr Syed Refaat Ahmed, according to a press release issued by the Supreme Court administration.

Ambassador Jacobson congratulated the chief justice on completing one year in office, and expressed optimism that the CJ's strong leadership will play a significant role in promoting good governance and ensuring justice in Bangladesh in the days ahead.

They also held detailed discussions on bilateral judicial cooperation, the protection of human righ...