According to an official press release from the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), the meeting took place at the Defense Adviser's Office located within the Armed Forces Division at Dhaka Cantonment. During the farewell call, the Defense Adviser commended Ambassador Yao's constructive role in elevating bilateral and defense relations between Dhaka and Beijing. Expressing appreciation for China's continued support toward the modernization, institutional capacity building, and professional development of the Bangladesh Armed Forces, Dr. Islam voiced optimism for expanded defense training, military education, and technological joint ventures. In response, Ambassador Yao highlighted Bangladesh as a trusted ally and key strategic development partner, expressing gratitude for the cooperation extended by Bangladesh's defense establishment throughout his diplomatic tenure.