Author: What the Pentagon has said on Aziz Ahmed’s travel ban

The US Department of Defense, known as the Pentagon, recently imposed sanctions on former Bangladesh army chief General (retd) Aziz Ahmed for alleged corruption. This move reaffirms the US commitment to strengthening democratic institutions and the rule of law in Bangladesh, as stated by Pentagon Press Secretary Maj Gen Pat Ryder. In response to questions about the implications of the sanctions on the military partnership between the US and Bangladesh, Ryder emphasized the importance of combating corruption and supporting anti-corruption efforts in Bangladesh. Despite allegations of corruption and nepotism, Aziz Ahmed denied any wrongdoing and stated he would accept consequences…