Dhaka, Aug. 5 -- Visiting US Pacific Fleet Commander Admiral Steve Koehler has paid tribute at Shikha Anirban, the Eternal Flame, honoring the members of the Bangladesh Armed Forces who gave their lives during the Great Liberation War in 1971.

US Ambassador to Bangladesh Brent T Christensen accompanied Admiral Koehler.

The US Pacific Fleet Commander is paying an official visit to Bangladesh from August 4 to 6, said US Embassy acting Spokesperson Mara Bird.

Admiral Koehler met senior Bangladesh officials to discuss the longstanding Bangladesh-US defence partnership and explore opportunities to expand cooperation in maritime security, humanitarian assistance, disaster response, and professional military education.

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