Bangladesh receives Georgia State honour for UN Peacekeeping contributions

Bangladesh received a special honour from the US state of Georgia in recognition of its contributions to United Nations peacekeeping missions worldwide.

According to an ISPR press release, a resolution was presented to Chief of Army Staff General Waker-Uz-Zaman on Tuesday, acknowledging the professionalism and dedication of Bangladeshi peacekeepers.

Georgia Governor Brian P Kemp handed over the resolution during a State Senate session.

It was adopted with bipartisan support, praising Bangladesh’s significant global role in peacekeeping. The initiative was led by State Senator Sheikh Rahman.

Earlier, the army chief met Governor Kemp to discuss issues of mutual interest, including military cooperation.

General Waker-Uz-Zaman has been on an official visit to the United States since 28 March.