Dhaka:The 10th Bangladesh-United States Land Forces Talks (LFT)-2026 were concluded at the Dhaka Cantonment, with discussions focusing on enhancing bilateral military cooperation and addressing key mutual interests.
According to United News of Bangladesh, the two-day talks, held on October 26-27, included military representatives from the Bangladesh Army and the United States Army, as reported by the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR).
The US delegation was led by Major General Giles J. S. Cornelia, Deputy Commanding General for Strategy and Plans, United States Army Pacific (USARPAC). He also met with the Chief of Army Staff General Waker-Uz-Zaman at Army Headquarters prior to the talks. The Bangladesh delegation was headed by Brigadier General Syed Ashiqur Rahman, Director of Military Training Directorate, Bangladesh Army.
The discussions emphasized strengthening military cooperation, enhancing efficiency, and strategic partnership, with particular focus on training exchanges, advanced technology, military equipment, and expanding mutual cooperation. Both delegations highlighted the importance of coordinated preparedness and effective joint responses to both natural and man-made disasters.
These meetings are seen as crucial for bolstering military relations between Bangladesh and the United States and increasing capabilities in the defense sector.