Exercise Tiger Lightning-2024 was conducted between Bangladesh Army and US Army Pacific Command (USARPAC) from 21 April 2024 to 02 May 2024. The main objective of the exercise was to further strengthen the existing camaraderie between the Armed Forces of the two friendly countries by enhancing mutual understanding and operational capabilities. The exercise was organized with the objective of making the participants capable of making accurate assessment of the evolving situation in peacekeeping missions, formulating effective plans and adopting measures to deal with contingencies.

During the two-week exercise (21 April - 02 May 2024), special training was conducted on the US Army's Military Decision Making Process (MDMP) and the United Nations Military Planning Process (MPP) in preparation for the command post exercise. In addition, joint training and exchange of experiences on Counter Improvised Explosive Device (CIED) and Tactical Combat Casualty Care (TCCC) was also organized for the members of both the armies.

Through the exchange of knowledge and expertise among Subject Matter Experts from both countries, all training conducted will play a significant role in enhancing the effectiveness of future peacekeeping operations, thereby fostering greater success.

Lieutenant General Waqar-uz-Zaman, OSP, SGP, psc, respected Chief of General Staff, Bangladesh Army was the Chief Guest at the closing ceremony of Exercise Tiger Lightning-2024.Speaking at the closing ceremony, the chief guest said, "Bangladesh Army is working in unison with fellow friendly countries to ensure regional peace and stability, besides making effective contribution to the establishment of global peace. The U. S. military is one of our closest partners  in this effort”. He hoped that Exercise Tiger Lightning will play a strong role in enhancing mutual understanding between the armies of the two countries and will help in expanding the scope of cooperation in the future. At the end, the chief guest thanked BIPOST and all concerned, including the US Army Pacific Command and the 25 Infantry Division, for successfully executing the exercise with grace and efficiency.

As a special guest at the closing ceremony, Lieutenant Colonel Joshua Long of the US Army Pacific Command (USARPAC) gave his valuable speech. "The contribution and continuous success of the Bangladesh Armed Forces in UN peacekeeping missions is truly commendable. We were impressed by the quality and professionalism of the training of Bangladesh Army personnel in this exercise.

The closing ceremony was also addressed by Commandant, BIPOST Major General Md Nasim Parvez, BSP, ndc, afwc, psc. He thanked all the members of the US and Bangladesh Army participating in the exercise for completing the exercise with efficiency and sincerity.