DHAKA, Bangladesh

U.S. Navy Adm. Steve Koehler, commander, U.S. Pacific Fleet, left, and U.S. Ambassador to Bangladesh Brent T. Christensen, right, lay wreaths during a ceremony at the Skikha Anirban (Eternal Flame) in Dhaka, Bangladesh, Aug. 4, 2026. The flame was created to keep alive the memory of the martyred members of the Bangladesh Armed Forces who sacrificed their lives in the Liberation War of Bangladesh. Koehler traveled to Bangladesh to strengthen the enduring U.S.-Bangladesh defense partnership and advance a shared vision for a free and open Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Jeremy R. Boan) Share

DHAKA, Bangladesh

U.S. Navy Adm. Steve Koehler, commander, U.S. Pacific Fleet, left, and U.S. Ambassador to Bangladesh Brent T. Christensen participate in a wreath-laying ceremony at the Skikha Anirban (Eternal Flame) in Dhaka, Bangladesh, Aug. 4, 2026. The flame was created to keep alive the memory of the martyred members of the Bangladesh Armed Forces who sacrificed their lives in the Liberation War of Bangladesh. Koehler traveled to Bangladesh to strengthen the enduring U.S.-Bangladesh defense partnership and advance a shared vision for a free and open Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Jeremy R. Boan) Share

DHAKA, Bangladesh

U.S. Navy Adm. Steve Koehler, commander, U.S. Pacific Fleet, and Mrs. Gina Koehler, left, observe as a Bangladesh Navy orchestra performs during a reception hosted by the Bangladesh Navy during their visit to Dhaka, Bangladesh, Aug. 4, 2026. Koehler traveled to Bangladesh to strengthen the enduring U.S.-Bangladesh defense partnership and advance a shared vision for a free and open Indo-Pacific. U.S. Pacific Fleet delivers combat-ready naval forces to defend the homeland and U.S. interests, provide credible deterrence, and strengthen U.S. alliances and partnerships to ensure a secure and prosperous region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Jeremy R. Boan) Share

DHAKA, Bangladesh

U.S. Navy Adm. Steve Koehler, commander, U.S. Pacific Fleet, center left, delivers remarks during a reception hosted by the Bangladesh Navy during his visit to Dhaka, Bangladesh, Aug. 4, 2026. Koehler traveled to Bangladesh to strengthen the enduring U.S.-Bangladesh defense partnership and advance a shared vision for a free and open Indo-Pacific. U.S. Pacific Fleet delivers combat-ready naval forces to defend the homeland and U.S. interests, provide credible deterrence, and strengthen U.S. alliances and partnerships to ensure a secure and prosperous region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Jeremy R. Boan) Share

DHAKA, Bangladesh

U.S. Navy Adm. Steve Koehler, commander, U.S. Pacific Fleet, center, speaks during a reception hosted by the Bangladesh Navy during his visit to Dhaka, Bangladesh, Aug. 4, 2026. Koehler traveled to Bangladesh to strengthen the enduring U.S.-Bangladesh defense partnership and advance a shared vision for a free and open Indo-Pacific. U.S. Pacific Fleet delivers combat-ready naval forces to defend the homeland and U.S. interests, provide credible deterrence, and strengthen U.S. alliances and partnerships to ensure a secure and prosperous region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Jeremy R. Boan) Share

DHAKA, Bangladesh

U.S. Navy Adm. Steve Koehler, commander, U.S. Pacific Fleet, right, meets with Vice Adm. Khondkar Misbah ul Azim, chief of the naval staff, Bangladesh Navy, during his visit to Dhaka, Bangladesh, Aug. 4, 2026. Koehler traveled to Bangladesh to strengthen the enduring U.S.-Bangladesh defense partnership and advance a shared vision for a free and open Indo-Pacific. U.S. Pacific Fleet delivers combat-ready naval forces to defend the homeland and U.S. interests, provide credible deterrence, and strengthen U.S. alliances and partnerships to ensure a secure and prosperous region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Jeremy R. Boan) Share

DHAKA, Bangladesh

U.S. Navy Adm. Steve Koehler, commander, U.S. Pacific Fleet, right, and Vice Adm. Khondkar Misbah ul Azim, chief of the naval staff, Bangladesh Navy, pose for a photo during his visit to Dhaka, Bangladesh, Aug. 4, 2026. Koehler traveled to Bangladesh to strengthen the enduring U.S.-Bangladesh defense partnership and advance a shared vision for a free and open Indo-Pacific. U.S. Pacific Fleet delivers combat-ready naval forces to defend the homeland and U.S. interests, provide credible deterrence, and strengthen U.S. alliances and partnerships to ensure a secure and prosperous region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Jeremy R. Boan) Share

DHAKA, Bangladesh

U.S. Navy Adm. Steve Koehler, commander, U.S. Pacific Fleet, center; U.S. Ambassador to Bangladesh Brent T. Christensen, left; and Vice Adm. Khondkar Misbah ul Azim, chief of the naval staff, Bangladesh Navy; meet during Koehler’s visit to Dhaka, Bangladesh, Aug. 4, 2026. Koehler traveled to Bangladesh to strengthen the enduring U.S.-Bangladesh defense partnership and advance a shared vision for a free and open Indo-Pacific. U.S. Pacific Fleet delivers combat-ready naval forces to defend the homeland and U.S. interests, provide credible deterrence, and strengthen U.S. alliances and partnerships to ensure a secure and prosperous region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Jeremy R. Boan) Share

DHAKA, Bangladesh

U.S. Navy Adm. Steve Koehler, commander, U.S. Pacific Fleet, left, and U.S. Ambassador to Bangladesh Brent T. Christensen, right, listen as Vice Adm. Khondkar Misbah ul Azim, chief of the naval staff, Bangladesh Navy, delivers remarks during a reception hosted by the Bangladesh Navy during Koehler’s visit to Dhaka, Bangladesh, Aug. 4, 2026. Koehler traveled to Bangladesh to strengthen the enduring U.S.-Bangladesh defense partnership and advance a shared vision for a free and open Indo-Pacific. U.S. Pacific Fleet delivers combat-ready naval forces to defend the homeland and U.S. interests, provide credible deterrence, and strengthen U.S. alliances and partnerships to ensure a secure and prosperous region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Jeremy R. Boan) Share

DHAKA, Bangladesh

U.S. Ambassador to Bangladesh Brent T. Christensen, 3rd from left; U.S. Navy Adm. Steve Koehler, commander, U.S. Pacific Fleet, center left; and Vice Adm. Khondkar Misbah ul Azim, chief of the naval staff, Bangladesh Navy, center right; pose for a photo with their staffs during Koehler’s visit to Dhaka, Bangladesh, Aug. 4, 2026. Koehler traveled to Bangladesh to strengthen the enduring U.S.-Bangladesh defense partnership and advance a shared vision for a free and open Indo-Pacific. U.S. Pacific Fleet delivers combat-ready naval forces to defend the homeland and U.S. interests, provide credible deterrence, and strengthen U.S. alliances and partnerships to ensure a secure and prosperous region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Jeremy R. Boan) Share

DHAKA, Bangladesh

U.S. Navy Adm. Steve Koehler, commander, U.S. Pacific Fleet, signs the guest book at the Bangladesh Navy headquarters during his visit to Dhaka, Bangladesh, Aug. 4, 2026. Koehler traveled to Bangladesh to strengthen the enduring U.S.-Bangladesh defense partnership and advance a shared vision for a free and open Indo-Pacific. U.S. Pacific Fleet delivers combat-ready naval forces to defend the homeland and U.S. interests, provide credible deterrence, and strengthen U.S. alliances and partnerships to ensure a secure and prosperous region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Jeremy R. Boan) Share

DHAKA, Bangladesh

U.S. Navy Adm. Steve Koehler, commander, U.S. Pacific Fleet, right, meets with Vice Adm. Khondkar Misbah ul Azim, chief of the naval staff, Bangladesh Navy, during his visit to Dhaka, Bangladesh, Aug. 4, 2026. Koehler traveled to Bangladesh to strengthen the enduring U.S.-Bangladesh defense partnership and advance a shared vision for a free and open Indo-Pacific. U.S. Pacific Fleet delivers combat-ready naval forces to defend the homeland and U.S. interests, provide credible deterrence, and strengthen U.S. alliances and partnerships to ensure a secure and prosperous region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Jeremy R. Boan) Share