Prime Minister's Defence Adviser Brigadier  General (retd) Dr AKM Shamsul Islam today visited key Navy facilities in Chattogram. Photo: ISPR

DHAKA, June 11, 2026 (BSS) - Prime Minister's Defence Adviser Brigadier 
General (retd) Dr AKM Shamsul Islam today visited several key research, 
industrial and military installations of the Bangladesh Navy in Chattogram.

During the visit, he was briefed on the activities of the Identification 
Friend or Foe (IFF) Centre, the Centre for Naval Research and Development 
(CNRD) and Chittagong Dry Dock Limited (CDDL), located at the naval base BNS 
Issa Khan.

The Defence Adviser also exchanged views with the officials concerned, 
according to an Inter Services Public Relations (ISPR) Directorate's press 
release issued here this afternoon.

The IFF Centre plays a vital role in maritime security and surveillance by 
collecting, analyzing and preserving information on vessel movements within 
the country's maritime domain.

The CNRD conducts research and production activities in areas such as fuel 
refining technology, drone development and advanced communication systems, 
the release said.

As part of his programme, the Defence Adviser also visited Chittagong Dry 
Dock Limited, which contributes significantly to the country's maritime 
industry through the repair, maintenance and construction of naval and 
civilian vessels.

During the visit, he stressed the need to enhance the capacity and efficiency 
of the organisation.

He said CDDL has immense importance in implementing the government's "Made in 
Bangladesh" policy in the defence industry and highly appreciated the 
institution's professional and technical expertise.

Later, the Defence Adviser visited Karnaphuli Ship Builders Limited and 
Western Marine Limited where he was apprised of their existing capabilities, 
ongoing projects and future development plans.

At the end of the visit, Dr Islam praised the technological capabilities, 
operational progress and skilled workforce of the organisations concerned.

He also called upon all stakeholders to work with dedication and sincerity 
for the sustainable development of the country's maritime security, 
shipbuilding industry and defence sector.