Chattogram, 18 April 2019:The closing ceremony of US-Bangladesh Navy Special Operation Forces’ Joint Exercise “EX TIGER SHARK”, was held on Thursday at BNS NIRVIK- the special force base of Bangladesh Navy. The day was marked by a series of events including a vivid and lively demonstration by the commandos of Bangladesh Navy (SWADS) and US Special Force. The occasion was hosted by the Commodore SWADS Command at the premises of BNS NIRVIK located at Dangarchar of Chattogram. The US Ambassador to Bangladesh H.E. Earl Robert Miller witnessed the whole program as the special guest. The Commander Chattogram Naval Area Rear Admiral M Abu Ashraf, BSP, ncc, psc was the Chief Guest of the occasion.
Exercise Tiger Shark is a series of training support events conducted regularly by the US Military to enhance the operational capability of BN SWADS personnel. It has been conducted regularly since November 2009. The “EX TIGER SHARK”, this year commenced on 24 March 2019 over various naval bases of Chattogram & Kaptai. A total of 30 SWADS personnel participated in the exercise including 02 officers. They have undergone various training which includes Dismounted Patrolling, Close Quarter Battle, Combat Marksmanship, Sensitive Site Explosion, Maneuver Live-Fire etc.
The US Ambassador handed over certificates to the participants on successful completion of the exercise. On his speech H.E. spoke highly of the courage & efficiency of the BN SWADS commandos. He hoped for the strengthening of US-Bangladesh friendship in the future. As an Ex-US Marine Officer, he wished to work hand in hand with Bangladesh Navy in achieving excellence.
