Dhaka:Prime Minister's Defence Adviser Brigadier General (retd) Dr. AKM Shamsul Islam has emphasized the importance of bolstering military training cooperation, professional experience sharing, and capacity-building initiatives between the armed forces of Bangladesh and the United States.
According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, Dr. Islam made these remarks during a courtesy meeting with US Ambassador to Bangladesh Brent T. Christensen at his office in the Armed Forces Division (AFD) in Dhaka Cantonment. The meeting included discussions on the friendly bilateral relations between Bangladesh and the United States, focusing on mutual interests and strategic partnership.
During the meeting, the defence adviser highlighted the significant contributions and professionalism of Bangladeshi peacekeepers in United Nations peacekeeping missions. The US ambassador commended the role, sacrifices, and continued success of Bangladeshi peacekeepers in promoting global peace.
Ambassador Christensen also expressed his commitment to further strengthening military cooperation between the two countries to maintain global and regional security. Both sides expressed optimism that regular training programs, joint exercises, and mutual cooperation would enhance the military and strategic relations between Bangladesh and the United States in the future.