Chief Adviser Prof Muhammad Yunus on Tuesday paid a profound tribute to former United States president and fellow Nobel laureate Jimmy Carter, who died on Saturday.
The chief adviser placed floral wreaths at the portrait of the late president and wrote a message in the condolence book opened at the US Embassy in Dhaka's Baridhara.
Earlier, US Embassy Charge d'Affaires Megan Bouldin welcomed the chief adviser.
During his brief stay at the embassy, the Yunus recalled his long friendship and told Bouldin that he had visited Carter's home in Georgia.
The chief adviser said Carter was a global champion of human rights, democracy and peace.
He also praised Carter for his efforts in fostering strong bilateral relations between Bangladesh and the United States.
Yunus also recalled Carter's visit to Bangladesh in 1986 and deeply appreciated his impactful work here through the Carter Center.