Bangladesh–Italy Defence Cooperation Deepens: Eurofighter Typhoon Deal Underway
Reading Time: 3 minutesBangladesh and Italy are set to strengthen their defence partnership as the Bangladesh Air Force (BAF) moves forward with the acquisition of Eurofighter Typhoon combat aircraft. The BAF has reportedly selected the Tranche 3 configuration, with an initial batch of ten aircraft earmarked for purchase by 2026. This development follows Continue Reading
Bangladesh Makes Urgent Acquisition of JF-17 Block III Fighters
Reading Time: 2 minutesAmid rising tensions along the Bangladesh–Myanmar border, the Bangladesh Air Force (BAF) has reportedly moved to strengthen its combat capabilities. Complementing the ongoing J-10CE programme, the Air Force is said to have procured 16 JF-17 Thunder Block III light fighters on an emergency basis, valued at approximately USD 720 million Continue Reading
Bangladesh Air Force Embarks on an Unprecedented Modernisation Drive
Reading Time: 6 minutesKey Points: “We shall keep the skies of Bengal free.” With this resolute motto, the Bangladesh Air Force (BAF) was born to safeguard the nation’s sovereignty and defend its skies from foreign intrusion. For decades, the force has served as the country’s silent guardian—its pilots renowned for exceptional skill, precision, Continue Reading
Pakistan’s Hangor-Class Submarines: Quietly Redefining the Undersea Balance in South Asia
Reading Time: 5 minutesThe undersea domain has long been the quiet but decisive frontier of naval power in South Asia. While surface fleets attract headlines with carriers and frigates, true deterrence at sea lies beneath the waves — in submarines that can surveil, threaten and strike unseen. Over the past decade Pakistan has Continue Reading
Chinese Armour Technology: The FY-2 Family
Reading Time: 3 minutesChina’s modern tank protection philosophy has evolved rapidly over the past two decades, reflecting a shift towards modularity, layered defences and field-level maintainability. The FY-2 family of explosive reactive armour (ERA) — comprising the FY-2A, FY-2T and FY-2SH variants — exemplifies this approach. Designed for flexibility and cost-effectiveness, these armour Continue Reading