B’desh, US conclude 10th Land Forces Talks

The Bangladesh–United States 10th Land Forces Talks (LFT)–2026 concluded successfully today in Dhaka Cantonment. During the two-day engagement (26-27 October 2026), military representatives from Bangladesh Army and the United States Army discussed key areas of mutual interest and explored opportunities for further strengthening bilateral military cooperation.

Earlier, head of the US delegation Major General Giles J. S. Cornelia, Deputy Commanding General for Strategy and Plans, United States Army Pacific (USARPAC) paid a courtesy call on the Chief of Army Staff, Bangladesh Army, General Waker-Uz-Zaman, SBP, OSP, SGP, psc at Army Headquarters on 26 October 2026.

The Bangladesh delegation was led by Brigadier General Syed Ashiqur Rahman, SPP, PBGM, nwc, psc, Director of Military Training Directorate, Bangladesh Army. 

During discussion, both sides discussed various aspects of strengthening military cooperation, enhancing efficiency and strategic partnership. 

Particular emphasis was placed on exchanging training, advanced technology, military equipment and expanding mutual cooperation. Both delegations also underscored the importance of coordinated preparedness and effective joint responses to natural and man-made disasters.

Such meetings are expected to play an important role in strengthening military relations between the two countries and increasing capabilities in defense sector.