Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has expressed her firm optimism that Bangladesh Army will always remain ready to make any sacrifice for the sake of the nation.
The premier made the statement while addressing a reunion parade marking Regimental Commanders' Conference of East Bengal Regiment of Bangladesh Army and 9th Tigers' Reunion at Chittagong Cantonment on Saturday
The prime minister said Bangladesh Army came to existence through War of Liberation.
"So I expect highest example of patriotism from you," she said.
Sheikh Hasina said she is pleased with the sincerity and devotion of the East Bengal Regiment, which is an integral part of her family as her two brothers Shaheed Captain Sheikh Kamal and Shaheed Second Lieutenant Sheikh Jamal were officers of the Regiment.
Recalling the role of the Regiment in the War of Liberation, the prime minister said five battalions of the EBR participated in front war. In recognition to their role in the War of Liberation.
Sheikh Hasina said Bangladesh Army is a part of the people of the country and East Bengal Regiment is the main component of the force.
"Members of the regiment are playing praiseworthy role in post disaster management, infrastructure development and other nation building activities side by side protecting country's independence and sovereignty. Not only in the country, they are also working with honesty, devotion and competence beyond the country," she added.
Highlighting the steps taken by her government for development of Bangladesh Army, Sheikh Hasina said the government is making constant efforts to build up a capable and modern armed force so that it can discharge all duties in the international arena keeping its head high.
The prime minister said today's Bangladesh is different one from that of half a decade ago.
"People of Bangladesh are more confident and indomitable to accomplish any difficult task," she said.
The prime minister inspected the parade and took salute.
Army chief General Abu Belal Muhammad Shafiul Huq received the prime minister on her arrival at Chittagong Cantonment.
Cabinet members, parliament members, chiefs of Bangladesh Navy and Bangladesh Air Force and senior civil and military officials were present.
