Chattogram:The US Navy's mine countermeasures ship USS Warrior (MCM-10) arrived at Chattogram Port today to engage in a five-day joint maritime exercise with the Bangladesh Navy. This initiative is aimed at enhancing bilateral defense cooperation and regional maritime security.
According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, the exercise, named "Cooperation Afloat Readiness and Training (CARAT) Bangladesh 2026," is scheduled for November 2 to 6. The US Embassy in Dhaka issued a press release detailing the event.
Acting US Defence Attaché, Major Carsten Fletcher, welcomed the USS Warrior and its crew upon their arrival. The participation of the USS Warrior, a mine countermeasures vessel, is part of ongoing maritime cooperation between Bangladesh and the United States.
The US Embassy in Dhaka stated that CARAT Bangladesh 2026 underscores Washington's dedication to collaborating closely with the Bangladesh military to tackle shared maritime security issues in the region. The exercise is also intended to strengthen the longstanding partnership between the two nations through enhanced military engagement and cooperation.
The joint exercise further highlights the importance of the defense relationship between the United States and Bangladesh, emphasizing their shared maritime security goals. CARAT Bangladesh 2026 is expected to provide an opportunity for personnel from both naval forces to enhance their professional skills.