Following the September 11 attacks , the government of Prime Minister Khaleda Zia allowed the United States to use Bangladeshi airports and airspace for combat operations in Afghanistan . Bangladesh was also quick to respond to relief efforts in Afghanistan after the overthrow of the Taliban , with BRAC becoming the largest development agency in the war-torn country . The United States praised Bangladesh as an " elegant , compelling and greatly needed voice of moderation " in the Muslim world . Khaleda Zia also developed a strategic partnership with China and signed a Defense Cooperation Agreement with Beijing
September 11 attacks
September 11 attacks
History of Bangladesh