Dhaka, March 27 -- The US Embassy has said discussions on the possible sale of military equipment to Bangladesh took place during a senior US Army official's visit to Dhaka.

A media release from the embassy on Wednesday detailed different aspects of Deputy Commanding General of US Army Pacific Lt Gen Joel P Vowell's visit on Mar 24 and 25.

It said discussions covered "the possibility of acquiring US-produced equipment to enhance mutual operational capacity and overall capability".

During his visit, Lt Gen Vowell met senior officials of Bangladesh's armed forces, according to the embassy.

The statement said during the meetings, he reiterated the long-standing strong relationship between the armies of the two countries and highlighted m...