Perth:Dhaka: Chief of Army Staff General Waker-Uz-Zaman has departed from Dhaka for a nine-day official visit to Australia and the United States.
According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, the first part of his trip will involve attending 'The Chief of Army Symposium 2026 and Land Forces International Land Defence Exposition 2026' in Perth, Australia. Additionally, he is scheduled to visit Deakin University in Melbourne.
Later, General Waker-Uz-Zaman will travel to Washington, D.C., where he will participate in the Association of the US Army's 2026 Annual Meeting and Exposition.
Throughout his visit to these countries, the Army Chief is set to have courtesy meetings and exchange views with key defence-related figures, as well as tour various military installations.