Dhaka, May 6 -- Prime Minister's Defence Adviser Brig Gen Dr AKM Shamsul Islam (retd) on Tuesday stressed the need for stronger civil-military coordination to ensure national security, good governance and continued development.

He made the remarks at a session on the Ministry of Defence and Armed Forces Division during the ongoing Deputy Commissioners' Conference 2026 at Osmani Memorial Auditorium in the capital.

The adviser said effective administrative coordination, sound governance and a robust security framework are essential to build a modern, secure and self-reliant Bangladesh. He emphasised that mutual trust, respect and understanding between civil administration and the armed forces remain key to safeguarding sovereignty and sta...