Chattogram:The US Army, in collaboration with the Bangladesh Coast Guard, has initiated Exercise Guardian Shark in Chattogram. This exercise, which commenced on Monday, is set to continue through November 25, focusing on swift water rescue and medical training.
According to United News of Bangladesh, the acting U.S. Mission Spokesperson Mara Bird stated that the exercise is designed to enhance the readiness of both forces and foster a shared approach to planning and executing emergency and crisis responses.
Participants in the exercise will engage in sharing best practices and navigating realistic scenarios aimed at improving their capacity to save lives during natural disasters such as floods and cyclones. Exercise Guardian Shark is also a testament to the US commitment to collaborating with Bangladesh on mutual security issues in the region.
Bird further highlighted that exercises like Guardian Shark are instrumental in deepening the cooperation between the two countries and reinforcing their shared commitment to maintaining a free, open, secure, and prosperous region.