US general visits Bangladesh to boost military ties, focusing on equipment sales and joint exercises.

US General Lt. Gen. Joel P. Vowell visited Bangladesh on March 24-25 to enhance military ties. Discussions focused on potential US equipment sales and joint exercises, including "Exercise Tiger Lightning" in summer 2025, aimed at improving peacekeeping readiness. The visit highlighted shared security interests, especially regarding tensions at the Myanmar border, and praised Bangladesh's military professionalism.