On March 23, Dr Momen told the media that the US had sent a list of 22 items that they would like to import from Bangladesh. But many were surprised and said it was impossible, apparently criticising the Foreign Minister on social media. There was discussion about Bangladeshi businesspeople and diplomats where it was conveyed that Bangladesh is capable of exporting 14 items on the US list. Foreign Minister Dr Momen said Bangladesh is giving these medical supplies not only to the US but other countries too. The Foreign Minister said Bangladeshi garment owners made 5,00,000-6,00,000 PPE for domestic use within a week when coronavirus was identified in Bangladesh.

Source: Dhaka Tribune May 28, 2020 13:06 UTC