Expressing the sense of the Senate regarding the critical need for political dialogue in Bangladesh, and for other purposes.

condemns the political violence in Bangladesh and urges political leaders in that country to engage directly and substantively in a dialogue toward free, fair, and credible elections;

expresses great concern about the continued political deadlock in Bangladesh that distracts from the country’s many important challenges;

urges political leaders in Bangladesh to take immediate steps to rein in and to condemn the violence as well as to provide space for peaceful political protests;

urges political leaders in Bangladesh to ensure the safety and access of observers in its upcoming elections;

supports ongoing efforts by United Nations Assistant Secretary General Oscar Fernandez-Taranco to foster political dialogue between political factions in Bangladesh; and

urges the Government of Bangladesh to ensure judicial independence, end harassment of human rights activists, and restore the independence of the Grameen Bank.