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Air Chief leaves for UK on official visit

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15 Jul 2024 14:27:11 | Update: 15 Jul 2024 17:32:29
Air Chief leaves for UK on official visit
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Chief of Air Staff of Bangladesh Air Force (BAF) Air Chief Marshal Hasan Mahmood Khan today left home for the United Kingdom (UK) on an official visit from July 16-23.

The Air chief visits the UK at the invitation of Chief of Air Staff of Royal Air Force Air Chief Marshal Sir Richard Knighton, said an ISPR release issued on Monday.

During the visit, he will attend the "Global Air & Space Chiefs" Conference-2024' organised by the Royal Air Force in London, reports BSS.

Air chiefs, military and civil high officials of different countries will join the conference, the release said.

During the event, participants will exchange individual views on operational strategies, training, military technology and plans.

The air chief will also attend the world-famous air show "Royal International Air Tattoo-2024" at RAF Fairford.

He, as well, will participate in the opening ceremony of the "Farnborough International Air Show" in Farnborough, London.

During the visit, the Air chief will be accompanied with his spouse and two entourages.

Besides, Hasan Mahmood Khan will join the Royal Canadian Air Force Centennial Reception at the Canadian High Commission in London.

It is expected that the visit of the Chief of Air Staff will play a vital role in strengthening the bilateral relationship and enhancing the scope of cooperation in the professional sectors between Bangladesh and the United Kingdom.

The Air chief will return home on July 24 wrapping up his visit.

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