Bangladesh Emerges as Strategic Priority for Airbus in Both Civil and Military Aviation
Reading Time: 3 minutesKey Highlights: In a notable development underscoring Bangladesh’s rising profile in global aviation, European aerospace manufacturer Airbus has formally expressed its intent to forge a long-term strategic partnership with Biman Bangladesh Airlines. This move comes as part of a broader interest to support the South Asian country’s national carrier with Continue Reading
Pakistan’s Arms Procurement Deal Boosts China’s Defence Stocks
Reading Time: 3 minutesIn a significant development with far-reaching strategic implications, China’s defence manufacturing sector experienced a sharp surge in stock prices following Pakistan’s announcement of a major arms acquisition package. The deal, confirmed late last week by Pakistani government sources, includes the procurement of 40 fifth-generation J-35 stealth fighter aircraft, KJ-500 airborne Continue Reading
Bangladesh Police Still Struggling to Replace Vehicles Destroyed During 2024 Unrest
Reading Time: 3 minutesNearly a year after the violent political upheaval that swept across Bangladesh in July and August of 2024, the Bangladesh Police continue to operate with a dangerously depleted vehicle fleet. Official data reveals that 1,074 police vehicles were either torched or severely vandalised during the unrest, leaving police stations, highway Continue Reading
India’s Defence Sector in 2025: A Critical Analysis of Capabilities, Progress and Limitations
Reading Time: 4 minutesIn 2025, India’s defence sector presents a picture of ambitious aspirations juxtaposed with deeply embedded institutional limitations. The increased budgetary outlay, significant political emphasis on indigenous manufacturing, and geopolitical recalibration towards Western partners suggest a country determined to move away from dependency on foreign platforms. However, beneath this high-level narrative Continue Reading
Anti-Submarine Warfare: The Role of Corvettes and Large Patrol Craft in the Bangladesh Navy
Reading Time: 6 minutesAnti-Submarine Warfare (ASW) is a critical pillar of the Bangladesh Navy’s (BN) maritime defence strategy, especially considering the strategic significance of the Bay of Bengal and the increasing sophistication of submarine threats in South Asia. As regional powers expand their underwater capabilities, Bangladesh must cultivate a robust ASW posture tailored Continue Reading