US to give ship, boats to navy, coast guard
United States will provide a Cutter ship and 16 super performance boats to Bangladesh Navy and Bangladesh Coast Guard this year to strengthen watch on the country's maritime resources.
US Pacific Fleet Commander Admiral Cecil D Haney and US Ambassador in Dhaka Dan Mozena told journalists at the ambassador's residence yesterday.
Admiral D Haney said the US navy wants to work hand in hand with Bangladesh Navy to ensure peace, security and stability in the sea for its economic viability.
He earlier met Prime Minister's Defence Advisor Tarique Siddiqui and the chiefs of navy and coast guard.
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