Foreign partners, including the United States and the United Nations, have extended their support to the newly formed interim government led by Nobel Laureate and globally acclaimed personality Prof Muhammad Yunus, eyeing a peaceful transition towards democratic path.

Bangladesh's neighbor India has also conveyed best wishes for the interim government wishing normalcy in the country soon.

The United States has welcomed Bangladesh's interim government chief adviser Dr Muhammad Yunus's call for an end to the recent violence.

The US reiterated that they stand ready to work with the interim government and Dr. Yunus as it charts a democratic future for the people of Bangladesh.

"I'm not going to speak to the private diplomatic conversations, but obviously one of the things that we have made clear is that we want to see the interim government chart a democratic future for the people of Bangladesh," said US Department of State Spokesperson Matthew Miller while responding to a question at a regular briefing in Washington on August 8.

Miller said there has been communication with the interim government, and their charge d'affaires attended his swearing-in ceremony in Bangabhaban Thursday night.

"I don't know if she spoke to him at the swearing-in, but she did attend," he said.

Earlier, the US said the interim government will play a vital role in establishing long-term peace and political stability in Bangladesh.

"We urge all parties to refrain from further violence. We call for full accountability of all perpetrators of violence," said the spokesperson, adding that all decisions regarding the interim government should respect democratic principles, rule of law, and the will of the Bangladeshi people.

The US expressed its deep concern and sadness about the reports of deaths, human rights abuses, and injuries over the past weeks.

"We share our deepest condolences with all who lost loved ones and those who are suffering," the Spokesperson said, adding that they continue to monitor developments in Bangladesh.

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has conveyed best wishes to Professor Muhammad Yunus on the assumption of his new responsibilities as chief adviser of Bangladesh's interim government.

"We hope for an early return to normalcy, ensuring the safety and protection of Hindus and all other minority communities," he said.

In a message shared through his verified X handle, Modi said India remains committed to working with Bangladesh to fulfill the shared aspirations of both their peoples for peace, security and development.

The United Nations has encouraged a peaceful transition on the ground, noting that they stand ready to support the interim government and people of Bangladesh in any way that they deem is necessary.

"Well, we'll see what kind of formal request we get from any new government that is formed. We, of course, stand ready to support the government and people of Bangladesh in any way that they deem is necessary," Deputy Spokesman for the UN Secretary-General Farhan Haq.

The European Union (EU) has said it looks forward to engaging with the new administration in Bangladesh and to supporting this critical transition.

It said the transition should be part of a peaceful and inclusive process underpinned by good governance, democratic values and respect for human rights.

"The EU welcomes the swearing-in of the members of Bangladesh's interim government, led by Nobel Prize laureate Muhammad Yunus, as they took their oath," said the EU High Representative in a statement.

He said Bangladesh is now entering a period of transition and the interim government will have an important task to prepare the ground for democratic elections and ensure accountability for the deaths and violence that have occurred.

"This is an important moment for the country's democratic path and the fulfilment of the aspirations of the people of Bangladesh and its youth," said the EU High Representative.

Sharing the statement from his social media handle, EU Ambassador to Bangladesh Charles Whiteley said it was a "privilege" to attend the ceremony and see a "new chapter" in Bangladesh history taking shape.

China has noted that Bangladesh has formed an interim government and welcomes it and mentioned that China strictly follows the principle of non-interference in other countries' internal affairs.

"We respect Bangladesh's independence, sovereignty and territorial integrity and the development path independently chosen by the Bangladeshi people," said a Spokesperson at the Chinese Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

China said they stand firmly by their policy of good neighborliness and friendship with all people of Bangladesh.

The friendship between Bangladesh and China runs long and deep, said the Spokesperson.

"China values its relations with Bangladesh, and stands ready to work with Bangladesh to promote bilateral exchanges and cooperation in various areas and further advance our comprehensive strategic cooperative partnership," the Spokesperson mentioned.

Nobel laureate and globally acclaimed economist Prof Muhammad Yunus was sworn-in as the chief adviser of the interim government on Thursday night bringing hope for a new journey towards Bangladesh's democratic future.

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has conveyed her sincere congratulations and best wishes to Professor Muhammad Yunus and those who have taken up their duties in Bangladesh.

"Hopefully, our relationship with them will improve. If our neighbor remains well, we will be doing well too," she said.

In a message through her verified Facebook page, Mamata wished for Bangladesh's development, peace, progress and betterment of people from all walks of life.

"My best wishes to everyone from students, youth, workers, farmers, women there," she said.

Hopefully, Mamata said, the crisis will end soon, and peace will return. "Let peace come back to this world of love of yours and mine."

Nobel laureate and globally acclaimed economist Prof Muhammad Yunus was sworn-in as the chief adviser of the interim government on Thursday night bringing hope for a new journey towards Bangladesh's democratic future.