Dhaka, March 18 -- Chief Advisor Muhammad Yunus has sought the support of US Senator Gary Peters to counter "misinformation" surrounding recent attacks on minorities in Bangladesh.

The issue was discussed during a meeting between the two at the State Guest House Jamuna in Dhaka on Tuesday, according to the Chief Advisor's Office.

A statement from the office said the hour-long meeting focused on matters of mutual interest and ways to strengthen ties between the two friendly nations.

Senator Peters told Yunus that many Bangladeshi-origin residents in his constituency, including those in Detroit, Michigan, had expressed concerns over recent attacks on minorities.

"There has been a massive spread of 'misinformation' regarding these attack...