This House resolution congratulates Bangladesh on assuming the presidency of the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly. The resolution highlights Bangladesh's significance as a U.S. partner, noting the two countries' diplomatic relationship since 1972, their $13.7 billion in annual trade, military cooperation through joint exercises, and the presence of approximately 300,000 Bangladeshi Americans. The resolution acknowledges Bangladesh's substantial contributions to global peace, including providing over 4,000 military and police personnel to UN peacekeeping operations and hosting more than one million Rohingya refugees with U.S. humanitarian assistance. The resolution also recognizes Bangladesh's recent democratic transition following political turmoil in 2024, including elections held in February 2026 and the formation of a parliamentary caucus dedicated to strengthening ties with the United States. No funding or specific timelines are authorized by this resolution, as it is a ceremonial measure expressing congressional support for Bangladesh's UN leadership role.