Amir Ahmed Mustafa | |
|---|---|
| 5th Chief of Naval Staff | |
| In office 15 August 1990 –2 May 1991 | |
| Preceded by | Sultan Ahmed |
| Succeeded by | Muhammad Mohaiminul Islam |
| Military service | |
| Allegiance |  Bangladesh  Pakistan (before 1972) |
| Branch/service |  Bangladesh Navy  Pakistan Navy |
| Years of service | 1961-1991 |
| Rank | Rear Admiral  |
| Commands | |
Amir Ahmed Mustafa was the chief of staff of Bangladesh Navy from 15 August 1990 to 4 June 1991. [1] [2]
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