Bangladesh Armed Forces

Armed Forces of Bangladesh consists of three uniformed military services of Bangladesh - Bangladesh Army, Bangladesh Navy and Bangladesh Air Force. At present, members of Bangladesh Armed Forces are deployed in eight (08) countries around the world as peacekeepers under UNDPKO. Bangladesh is one of the largest troops contributing countries in the world at this moment.

Armed Forces Division is an extension of Prime Minister’s office for promulgation of policies, issuing Government approvals for Armed Forces deployment and coordination between Services Headquarters. It is a principal government organ for the coordination of all operational matters as well as important administrative matters relating to the Armed Forces. It has the authority, direction and control over Services on operational and administrative matter under the direct supervision and guidance of the Prime Minister.