Talking to reporters at his office on the outcome of his meetings with US Assistant Secretary for South Asian Affairs Christina Rocca and Under Secretary for Political Affairs Marc Grossman in Washington, Reaz said he apprised them of the Bangladesh government's positions on issues like terrorism, grenade attacks, extremism and corruption.

Reaz told them that there is no religious radicalism in Bangladesh, where people of all faiths have for centuries been performing their respective religions in mosques, madrasas, temples and churches. He said the government had already ordered the arrest of Bangla Bhai and banned his activities.

He questioned how Bangladesh could become a country of Islamic radicals within three years time. "One can come here and see to find the truth behind the campaign. Bangladesh has achieved remarkable success in women empowerment and girls' enrollment," he said.

Reaz said Bangladesh needs support to enhance capacity building and more training of its police forces to deal effectively with terrorism. It is difficult for the police with its relatively small strength to deal with all criminals and terrorists in a country of 140 million people.

The advisor told the US government officials that the present government has taken steps against money laundering and set up the Anti-Corruption Commission to curb corruption. The US officials said they appreciated it and would like to see it functioning effectively.

About FBI engagement to help investigate the January 27 grenade attack, he said they will come once the terms of reference are finalised.