Outgoing Navy chief meets PM

Outgoing Navy chief Admiral M Nazmul Hassan met Prime Minister Tarique Rahman at the Prime Minister’s Office at the Secretariat on Wednesday afternoon.

During the meeting, they discussed the country’s sovereignty, maritime security, modernisation of the Bangladesh Navy and various issues of national interest.

The prime minister praised the outgoing navy chief’s successful career and his visionary leadership and contributions to modernising the Bangladesh Navy, enhancing its capabilities and further strengthening it as a professional force.

The outgoing navy chief, in turn, expressed his gratitude to the prime minister for his overall cooperation, guidance and sincere support.

Later, the prime minister hosted a lunch for the outgoing navy chief.

M Nazmul Hassan assumed office as Chief of Naval Staff on 24 July 2023.

He was commissioned on 1 July 1986. During his long and distinguished career, he held various staff, instructional and command appointments.

He also served as Assistant Chief of Naval Staff (Operations), Assistant Chief of Naval Staff (Personnel), Director of Naval Operations and Naval Intelligence, and Director General of the Directorate General of Civil-Military Liaison at the Armed Forces Division.

He also commanded four warships, including the Bangladesh Navy training ship BNS Umar Farooq.