Dhaka, March 15 -- US Ambassador to Bangladesh Brent T. Christensen on Sunday highlighted the strong cultural link between Bangladesh and the US through art while attending an event honouring Ekushey Padak-winning artist Dr Rokeya Sultana at Gallery Cosmos in the capital.

He also praised the vibrancy and creativity of Bangladesh's art scene and the role of cultural exchange programmes such as the Fulbright in strengthening ties between the two countries.

The event organised by Gallery Cosmos and House of Solis at Garden Gallery in Baridhara showcased artworks produced during the workshop at Cosmos Atelier71, bringing together artists, organisers and art enthusiasts to reflect on the learning and collaboration fostered during the program...